Taco Bell Chicken Bake (Printable)

Tender chicken with zesty spices and melty cheese layered in a flavorful Tex-Mex casserole.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast

→ Seasonings

02 - 1 packet (about 1 oz) taco seasoning
03 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
06 - 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
07 - 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
08 - 1/2 cup sliced green onions

→ Sauce & Fillings

09 - 1 cup salsa (mild or medium)
10 - 1/2 cup sour cream

→ Cheese

11 - 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese

→ Base

12 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, stir together shredded chicken, taco seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, black beans, corn, diced bell pepper, sliced green onions, salsa, and sour cream until evenly mixed.
03 - Arrange two flour tortillas flat across the bottom of the prepared dish, overlapping as necessary to cover the entire surface.
04 - Spread half of the chicken mixture evenly over the tortillas. Sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheese.
05 - Place the remaining tortillas on top and spread the rest of the chicken mixture evenly over them. Top with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese.
06 - Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
07 - Allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes before cutting into portions. Garnish with additional green onions or chopped cilantro if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Mouthwatering cheesy flavor
  • Comforting and easy to make
02 -
  • Substitute rotisserie chicken for extra flavor and convenience
  • Corn tortillas can be used for a gluten-free version
03 -
  • Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add flavor
  • Try layering ingredients evenly for best texture
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