Description
A creamy and flavorful casserole combining shredded chicken and sweet corn, topped with crispy tortilla chips and melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie preferred)
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or drained canned)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (or Mexican blend)
- ½ cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta as substitute)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
- In a large bowl, thoroughly mix shredded chicken, corn, softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, Monterey Jack cheese, half of the cotija, chopped cilantro, chili powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and uniform.
- Evenly spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cotija cheese evenly over the top.
- Combine crushed tortilla chips with the remaining Monterey Jack cheese in a small bowl. Evenly distribute this mixture over the casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot, bubbly, and the topping is golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly, then garnish with additional chopped cilantro, lime wedges, and hot sauce as desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken works best for its flavor and convenience.
- You can adjust the spices according to your taste preference.
- This dish can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg