Healthy Chicken Taco Casserole
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This Healthy Chicken Taco Casserole is one of my go-to family meals when I want easy, filling, delicious, and loved by the whole family. As a mom and a dietitian, it's so important to me to get nutritious meals in my family even on those busy practice nights!
Quick Look: Healthy Chicken Taco Casserole
- 🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes
- 👥 Servings: 8 servings
- 📊 Calories: 284 per serving
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For another delicious chicken casserole recipe, be sure to check out my Easy Chicken Parmesan Casserole!
Why You'll Love This Healthy Chicken Taco Casserole
- High in Protein - Each serving has 34 grams of protein, making it a satisfying, nourishing dinner that actually keeps you full.
- High in Fiber - This meal really is the whole package, complete with a great amount of fiber to keep your blood sugar stabile and your belly full.
- Easy and Family Friendly - Real ingredients full of nutrients and flavors that your entire family will love!
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- Chicken Breasts - I love grilled, seasoned chicken breasts but have made this recipe with rotisserie chicken when I'm short on time. Feel free to use whatever you like best!
- Bell Peppers - You can use any colors you'd like!
- Greek Yogurt - Using plain, Greek yogurt saves calories while increasing the protein content when compared to sour cream. You can swap this with sour cream if you'd rather.
- Optional Toppings - My personal favorites are sliced green onions and quartered cherry tomatoes. Avocado would be a delicious addition as well!
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Be sure to try my Sheet Pan Fajitas recipe for another quick and easy Taco Tuesday alternative! They're so delicious, healthy, and one of the easiest recipes for busy weeknights!
Recipe Tips & Variations
➡️ If You're Short on Time - Instead of cooking chicken from scratch you can use pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken. Just cube or shred it and stir it in to cut prep time way down and makes this an easy weeknight dinner.
➡️ Make the Prep Even Easier - Pre-chop your bell peppers up to 3 days in advance and store them in an airtight container in the fridge. This is a great way to save time if you're meal prepping or planning ahead.
➡️ Higher Carb Option - Serve this casserole with tortillas or tortilla chips, or scoop it into a soft tortilla for a taco-style bowl or wrap. It's an easy way to customize plates for different appetites (especially kids who may need more carbohydrates).
How to Make Healthy Chicken Taco Casserole
Step 1: Add chicken, beans, peppers, corn, salsa, greek yogurt, and taco seasoning to a large bowl and mix well to combine.
Step 2: Pour into a greased 9x13 baking dish, cover with aluminum foil, and bake at 375 degrees F for about 30 minutes.
Step 3: Remove from oven and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Bake for another 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
Step 4: Crush tortilla chips and sprinkle on top. Optional: Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced avocado and cilantro if desired.
Recipe FAQs
Yes! Using rotisserie chicken is a great time-saving option. Simply shred or cube the chicken and add it in place of cooked chicken breast. It works perfectly and makes this an easy weeknight dinner.
This casserole is a lighter, balanced take on traditional tacos, with lean protein and fiber-rich ingredients. Each serving has 34 grams of protein and 6 grams of fiber, making it a filling and nourishing family dinner.
Yes it reheats very well, which makes it great for leftovers and meal prep. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm larger portions in the oven until heated through.
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Healthy Chicken Taco Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cubed or shredded
- 15 ounce black beans rinsed and drained
- 1 orange bell pepper chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper chopped
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup plain greek yogurt
- ¾ cup salsa
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
- optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced avocado, sour cream/greek yogurt, cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Add chicken, beans, peppers, corn, salsa, greek yogurt, and taco seasoning to a large bowl and mix well to combine.
- Pour mixture into baking dish. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes until veggies are softened. Remove from oven and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Bake for another 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Crush tortilla chips and sprinkle on top. Other optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced avocado, sour cream/greek yogurt, and cilantro.
This came together fast and the whole family loved it. We are often so busy during the weeknights, dinner can be a rush. This worked out great, and we will be using it again.
This has been a staple in our house! The whole family loves it and I feel great knowing the nutritional value!