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Shredded Mexican chicken casserole with melted cheese

Shredded Mexican Chicken Casserole

Make shredded Mexican chicken casserole with salsa, corn, black beans, cumin, and melted Colby Jack cheese for a warm 35-minute family dinner.
Prep: 10 minutes Cook: 25 minutes Total: 35 minutes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 4 cups shredded chicken cooked
  • 2 cups salsa mild, medium, or hot
  • 15.25 ounces canned corn drained
  • 1 cup black beans rinsed
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 1/2 cups Colby Jack cheese shredded
  • as needed sour cream for serving
  • as needed guacamole for serving
  • as needed green onions sliced, for serving

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Mix the shredded chicken, salsa, corn, black beans, salt, garlic powder, and cumin, then spread the mixture in a large casserole dish.
  • Cover the casserole evenly with the shredded Colby Jack cheese.
  • Bake at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the chicken is heated through.
  • Rest briefly, then garnish with sour cream, guacamole, and green onions as desired.

Notes

Taste the salsa before adding the salt because brands vary in saltiness.