Nacho Cheese Chicken Casserole

Creamy nacho cheese chicken casserole with tender chicken and crunchy tortilla chip topping

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A creamy, oven-baked chicken casserole made with nacho cheese sauce, tender chicken, and a crisp tortilla chip topping. Easy to prepare, family-friendly, and perfect for comforting weeknight dinners or make-ahead meals.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Total Time 50

Servings: 6

Course: dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories:

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1½–2 lb), cut into bite-size pieces
1 cup nacho cheese sauce
½ cup sour cream
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
1 cup tortilla chips, lightly crushed
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Method

Before You Begin:
Preheat and prepare your cookware as needed. Cooking times and results may vary depending on your oven, baking dish, and chicken size.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
Arrange the chicken pieces evenly in the dish and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
In a bowl, mix the nacho cheese sauce, sour cream, black beans, and half of the shredded cheese until smooth.
Pour the mixture over the chicken and stir gently to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the crushed tortilla chips over the top, then add the remaining cheese.
Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbling around the edges and the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
Remove from the oven and let rest briefly before serving.

Notes

Chicken is safely cooked when it reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and is no longer pink in the center.
Cut chicken into evenly sized pieces so it cooks at the same rate and stays tender.
Casserole should be hot and bubbling around edges when done; topping should be lightly golden and crisp.
Drain beans well and avoid extra liquid to prevent a watery texture.
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and store airtight up to 3 days; freeze up to 3 months.
Reheat covered in oven or microwave until heated through; add a splash of liquid if needed to maintain moisture.