PINTO BEAN AND CHICKEN CASSEROLE

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If you have a taste for Mexican and are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, here it is. You'll find layers of vibrant flavor and different textures in this pinto bean casserole. Suggested garnishes: chopped cilantro, sour cream, jalapenos, salsa, and black olives.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

cooking spray
2 (15.5 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained
1 ½ cups chopped, cooked chicken
1 (11 ounce) can Mexican-style corn (such as Green Giant®), drained
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles (such as RO*TEL®), undrained
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ cups corn chips (such as Fritos®)
2 cups shredded Colby-Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a large casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Combine pinto beans, chicken, corn, diced tomatoes and green chiles, tomato sauce, onion, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  • Spread corn chips on the bottom of the prepared casserole dish and evenly distribute the bean mixture over top. Sprinkle with Colby-Jack cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese has melted and casserole is heated through, about 25 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.3 calories, Carbohydrate 44.4 g, Cholesterol 69.8 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 9.4 g, Protein 29.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 1626.1 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

Mercy Amarh
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This casserole is perfect for a potluck. It's easy to transport and it's a crowd-pleaser.


Vickie Adams
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This casserole is a family favorite. It's a comfort food that everyone loves.


Saif Mansoor
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I've made this casserole with different types of beans and it always turns out great. It's a versatile recipe that can be customized to your liking.


Balal King
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's a quick and easy meal to make.


Mandy Olson
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I made this casserole in a slow cooker and it turned out great. It's a great way to have a hot meal ready when you get home from work.


Salman Hasan
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This casserole is gluten-free and dairy-free. It's a great option for people with food allergies.


Mehedi Mahif
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I love that this casserole is made with whole wheat pasta. It's a healthier option than traditional casseroles.


Deborah Gutman
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This casserole is perfect for a cold winter night. It's warm and comforting.


Thathsara Tharangaa2007
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I've made this casserole several times and it's always a hit. It's a great comfort food.


MD: FARUK MIA
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it!


shawana awan
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I made this casserole for a weeknight meal and it was perfect. It was quick and easy to make, and it was a hit with my family.


Ayub Joiya
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This casserole is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can use leftover chicken or beans to make it.


Arbab Nawaz
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I've made this casserole several times and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite.


Danylo Tsymbal
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a very affordable meal to make.


Quinnie The Pooh
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Ruby Franco Rey
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfect and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.