MY FAVORITE MEXICAN CASSEROLE

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This is super quick and delicious. The only thing I'd do differently is add some jalapeno peppers to make it spicier. It's a great way to use the bottom of the tortilla chip bag. The tortilla chips make a crispy crust on the bottom of the casserole. I skipped the garnishes and it still tasted great. Recipe courtesy of Chris Gavenda, Wildwood, MO and www.epicurious.com.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 cups tortilla chips, crushed
1 lb chicken, shredded and cooked
15 1/2 ounces garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
15 1/2 ounces kidney beans, rinsed and drained
15 1/4 ounces whole kernel corn, rinsed and drained
8 ounces tomato sauce
1 cup salsa
1 cup red onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/4 inch dice
1/4 cup cilantro leaf, chopped
salt
fresh ground black pepper
6 ounces monterey jack cheese
6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups tomatoes
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup cilantro leaf, chopped (fresh)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Grease a 13x9" baking dish and scatter crushed tortilla chips evenly on the bottom.
  • Combine the chicken, beans, corn, tomato sauce, salsa, onion, bell pepper, cilantro, garlic, sant, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Place half the mixture evenly in the baking dish.
  • Combine the cheeses and sprinkle half over mixture.
  • Cover with the remaining half of the chicken-and-bean mixture and sprinkle the remaining cheese over top.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Serve the garnishes in bowls so guests can top their portions with diced tomatoes, sour cream, and cilantro.

Purity Keino
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This is my go-to recipe for a crowd-pleasing dish. It's always a hit at parties and potlucks.


Techno Hart
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The flavor was just okay. Needs more seasoning.


Alfie Hollger
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I would give this recipe 10 stars if I could! It was a huge hit with my family and friends.


James Wierbowski
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My husband and I loved it! It was the perfect amount of spice and we loved the crispy cheese on top.


Sherry McMillan
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick, easy, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Gul javed
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I wasn't crazy about the texture, but the flavor was good. Maybe I overcooked it a bit.


Atueyi Chigozie
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Easy to make and the end result was delicious. Definitely a keeper recipe.


Balochi Bayan
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This casserole was a hit at our potluck. Everyone raved about how flavorful and cheesy it was.


Aira
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Not a fan of the sauce. Too tangy for my taste.


Happy birthday
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Really enjoyed this recipe. The flavors were well-balanced and the cheese was perfectly melted.


Rubab Malik
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This was a fun dinner to make with my kids. They loved helping me assemble the casserole.


Priya Mardi Sreya
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I made a few substitutions and it turned out great! Used ground turkey and added some extra veggies.


Tanveer Ahmad
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Not impressed. Too much cheese and not enough flavor. Definitely not making this again.


Mohammad Kazi Biplob
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I'm a big fan of Mexican food and this casserole was simply amazing. It's definitely going into my regular rotation.


Baby Hair
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This recipe became part of our family favorites. Make sure to have sour cream and guacamole on the side. Yum!


Mian SHANIG
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Just made this for my friends and it was a total success. Everyone cleaned their plates.


Yousufmughal Yousufmughal
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Not bad, but a bit too bland for my taste. Maybe adding some jalapenos next time.


Louie Varges
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My family loved this recipe. Easy to follow and the end result was delicious. My husband had three helpings.


Robert Cabias
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This was delish and so easy to make! My kids devoured it.


Manoj Xettri
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OMG! This recipe was an absolute hit at our dinner party. My kitchen smelled like Mexican heaven. 10/10 would make again.


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