Similar to our Chicken Enchilada Casserole, this Mexican casserole is filled with layers of goodness and perfect for any night of the week.
We Love Casseroles!
Casseroles are on repeat for dinner at our house, and if it’s a Mexican Casserole Recipe – even better! This Mexican casserole happens to be a favorite, filled with our popular Spanish Rice, Homemade Salsa, and Taco Seasoning. Why we love it:
Use up leftovers. This is a perfect dish to use up any leftover Spanish rice or chicken. We love to repurpose leftovers! Great for company! Because it makes a 9×13 pan-full, it can easily feed a crowd. Pair it with some Mexican side dishes to stretch the meal even further. Freezer friendly. This casserole recipe freezes beautifully and is ideal for meal prepping or delivering to friends in need.
Ingredients
Mexican rice – Make a fresh batch, cook up a store-bought box, or use leftover Spanish Rice. chicken breasts – or cubed chicken thighs. Replace the chicken with ground turkey or brown ground beef, just omit the added vegetable oil and drain any excess grease. taco seasoning – store-bought packet or 2 tablespoons of Taco Seasoning Mix vegetable oil – or olive oil minced garlic Mexican cheese – or use your favorite combination of Monterey jack cheese, cheddar cheese, Colby Cheese, or Mozzarella cheese. cream of chicken soup green chiles – or use diced jalapeno or poblano peppers for extra spice. salsa – store-bought or your favorite Homemade Salsa. fresh cilantro
Layer + Enjoy!
perfect for freezing!
Making ahead of time. Prepare the casserole but do not bake. Keep it covered in the refrigerator for 1-2 days. Freezer meal. Assemble it in a freezer-safe container, do not bake. Allow it to cool a bit before wrapping it tightly with plastic and again with aluminum foil. Label and freeze it for 3-4 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before baking. STORE. Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Heat it up in the microwave when you’re ready to eat it.
Add a dollop of sour cream, Guacamole, or Pico De Gallo Sprinkle on some black olives, diced tomatoes, or green onion Roll up a spoon of the casserole in Flour Tortillas or corn tortillas or scoop it with Tortilla Chips.
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