Cheesy Chicken Nacho Casserole
This Cheesy Chicken Nacho Casserole is a delightful and hearty dish that has quickly become a family favorite. Passed down from a dear friend, this recipe brings together tender chicken, zesty tomatoes, and creamy sauce, all topped with a generous layer of melted cheese and crispy corn chips. Whether served fresh from the oven or enjoyed as leftovers, the flavors meld beautifully, making each bite incredibly satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this one-dish meal makes cooking and cleaning a breeze!
8
Servings
400
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
4 teaspoons (melted)
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
1 lb (cut into small pieces)
White Onion
1 cup (chopped)
Cream of Chicken Soup
1 can (undiluted)
Chicken Broth
1 can (n/a)
Rotel Tomatoes
1 can (your preference on hotness)
Corn Chips
1 package (your preference, crushed)
Shredded Cheese
4 cups (your preference)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chicken pieces and chopped onions; sauté until the chicken is cooked through and the onions are translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
3
In a mixing bowl, combine the undiluted cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and Rotel tomatoes. Stir well to mix everything evenly.
4
In a large casserole dish (9x13 inch), crush half of the corn chips and spread them evenly over the bottom of the dish.
5
Layer half of the cooked chicken and onion mixture over the crushed chips, followed by half of the soup mixture.
6
Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded cheese over the top.
7
Repeat the layering process: add the remaining chips, chicken and onion mixture, soup mixture, and top with the remaining cheese.
8
Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
9
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
10
Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious casserole!
Nutrition Information
26g
Fat
28g
Carbs
25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cheesy Chicken Nacho Casserole?
It is a hearty dish featuring tender chicken, zesty tomatoes, and creamy sauce topped with melted cheese and crispy corn chips.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What are the primary ingredients in the casserole sauce?
The sauce is made from undiluted cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and Rotel tomatoes.
How much chicken is required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into small pieces.
What kind of onion is recommended?
The recipe specifies 1 cup of chopped white onion.
How long should the chicken and onions be sautéed?
Sauté them in butter for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and onions are translucent.
How much cheese is needed for the casserole?
You will need 4 cups of shredded cheese of your preference.
What type of chips are used in the layers?
One package of crushed corn chips is used for the base and middle layers.
Do you need to dilute the cream of chicken soup?
No, the cream of chicken soup should be used undiluted.
What size baking dish is needed?
A large 9x13 inch casserole dish is required.
How long does the casserole bake while covered?
It should be baked covered with foil for 20 minutes.
How long do you bake the dish after removing the foil?
Bake it for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 400 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 26g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a single serving?
There are 28g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 25g of protein.
Should the casserole cool before it is served?
Yes, allow the dish to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Can I adjust the spiciness of this dish?
Yes, you can choose the heat level of the Rotel tomatoes based on your personal preference.
How much butter is used to sauté the chicken?
The recipe uses 4 teaspoons of butter.
Is this a good recipe for quick cleanup?
Yes, it is a one-dish meal which makes cooking and cleaning easier.
How much chicken broth is required?
The recipe requires 1 can of chicken broth.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
The tags include chicken, casserole, nachos, one-dish meal, comfort food, and easy dinner.
How are the corn chips prepared for the dish?
The corn chips should be crushed before being spread in the casserole dish.
How many layers of chicken and soup mixture are there?
The recipe uses two layers of the chicken and soup mixture.
What is the recipe category?
This dish is categorized as a One Dish Meal.
Is there any information on fiber content?
Fiber information is not available for this recipe.
Is there any information on sugar content?
Sugar information is not available for this recipe.
Are the leftovers flavorful?
Yes, the flavors meld beautifully, making it very satisfying as leftovers.
What is the first step in the layering process?
The first step is to spread half of the crushed corn chips over the bottom of the casserole dish.