Name: Healthy Chicken Taco Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 yellow onion, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 tbsp taco seasoning; 4 whole wheat tortillas (8-inch); 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded; 2 cups low-fat Mexican blend cheese; 1 cup enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade); ¼ cup chopped green onions

Healthy Chicken Taco Casserole

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This lighter take on taco night was born from a fridge full of leftovers and a craving for something hearty yet wholesome. Layers of flavor, colorful veggies, and melty cheese make it a family favorite that doesn’t weigh you down. It’s the kind of meal you’ll want to make on repeat—quick, comforting, and full of goodness.

Author: Mason Hartman
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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1 tbsp olive oil

1 garlic clove, minced

1 yellow onion, diced

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 green bell pepper, diced

1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed

1 tbsp taco seasoning

4 whole wheat tortillas (8-inch)

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded

2 cups low-fat Mexican blend cheese

1 cup enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)

¼ cup chopped green onions

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic, onion, and bell peppers until soft, about 5 minutes.

Stir in black beans and taco seasoning. Cook for 2 more minutes.

Layer 2 tortillas on the bottom of the dish. Top with half the chicken, veggie-bean mixture, cheese, and sauce.

Repeat with remaining ingredients and top with green onions.

Bake uncovered for 25 minutes, until bubbly and golden.

Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1
Calories: 320
Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 27g

Find it online: https://minikitchenmagic.com/healthy-chicken-taco-casserole/