Best 5 Chicken Frito Casserole Recipes

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Chicken frito casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is made with chicken, vegetables, and a creamy sauce, all topped with a crispy breadcrumb topping. This casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy meal or a comforting dish to serve on a special occasion, chicken frito casserole is a great choice.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN FRITO CASSEROLE



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Layered with corn chips, chicken chili and Cheddar cheese, this fun dinner casserole is one that the whole family will love.

Categories     main

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1 can (28 oz) diced fire-roasted tomatoes
1 can (4.5 oz) chopped green chilies, drained
2 tbsp Better Than Bouillon Roasted Chicken Base
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen corn
1.5 cups shredded cooked chicken (or rotisserie chicken)
2 cups corn chips, divided
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425˚F. Heat oil in large skillet set over medium heat; cook garlic, cumin and chili powder for about 1 minute or until fragrant. Stir in tomatoes, green chilies, Roasted Chicken Base, black beans and corn; bring to boil. Stir in chicken; return to boil.
  • Sprinkle half of the corn chips into bottom of greased 11- x 7-inch baking dish. Layer chicken chili mixture over top. Sprinkle with cheese and top with remaining corn chips.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and filling is bubbling. Sprinkle green onions over top.

CHICKEN FRITO CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Chicken Frito Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by GinKitty

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 6 Plates, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (9 1/4 ounce) bag Fritos corn chips
4 boiled chicken breasts
1 tablespoon garlic
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 pinch salt and pepper
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (14 ounce) can enchilada sauce
2 cups shredded cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Boil chicken breasts reserve broth.
  • Cool and shred chicken.
  • Pour chips into baking dish.
  • Mix soup and sauce and spices, pour over chips.
  • Cover with chicken, cheese, and onion.
  • Pour chicken broth over everything.
  • Cover with foil and bake 30 mins.
  • Remove foil and bake until golden brown and bubbly.

CHEESY CHICKEN FRITO BAKE



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This is a super easy and delicious recipe everyone will love. My mom used to make this when i was a kid.

Provided by CourtneyN

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Fritos corn chips
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
grated cheddar cheese (I like to use sharp cheddar)
1 cup of fresh diced tomato
sour cream
salt or pepper

Steps:

  • Dice chicken, cook in a skillet with margarine, salt and pepper, set aside.
  • Mix chiles and soup together.
  • Put an even layer of Fritos on the bottom of a casserole dish (I usually use a 2qt).
  • Layer on top of the fritos as follows:.
  • cooked chicken, soup/chile mix, tomatoes, cheese.
  • Bake at 350 until heated through, and cheese is bubbly.
  • Serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.2, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 107.6, Sodium 1644.6, Carbohydrate 13.6, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3.9, Protein 27.6

FRITOS™ PIE CASSEROLE



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Crunchy, cheesy and made extra easy with always-on-hand staples like ground beef, onion and black beans-this weeknight casserole will have everyone asking for seconds.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 cup chopped onions
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
2/3 cup water
1 can (19 oz) Old El Paso™ enchilada sauce
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 bag (9.25 oz) Fritos™ corn chips (about 5 1/2 cups)
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (8 oz)
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 cup sour cream
1 cup refrigerated guacamole

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef and onions over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until brown; drain. Stir in seasoning mix and water. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium; simmer uncovered 3 to 4 minutes or until thickened. Stir in enchilada sauce and black beans; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through.
  • Place 4 cups of the corn chips in single layer in baking dish. Top with 1 cup of the cheese; spoon beef mixture over cheese, then top with remaining 1 cup cheese.
  • Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and edges are bubbly. Top with remaining corn chips and the green onions. Serve with sour cream and guacamole.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1130 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 g

FRITOS CHICKEN CASSEROLE RECIPE - (3.6/5)



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Provided by á-2788

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups diced cooked chicken
1 cup cooked white rice
1 (14-1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 (10-3/4-ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup frozen corn
1 (4.5-ounce) can chopped green chilies, undrained
3 teaspoons taco seasoning mix
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 fritos chips, coarsely broken

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except corn chips and 1/2 cup cheese; mix well. Spoon into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle corn chips over top. Bake 30 to 35 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and bake 5 additional minutes, or until bubbly and cheese is melted.

Tips:

  • To save time, use a rotisserie chicken or pre-cooked chicken strips.
  • Be sure to cook the chicken thoroughly before adding it to the casserole.
  • If you don't have a can of cream of chicken soup, you can make your own by blending together 1 cup of chicken broth, 1/2 cup of milk, and 1/4 cup of flour.
  • For a cheesy casserole, add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican blend cheese to the casserole before baking.
  • Serve the casserole with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Chicken Frito Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it can be easily customized to your liking. With its creamy, cheesy sauce and crispy chicken, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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