Nacho Chicken Casserole

Dive into the ultimate comfort food experience with this irresistible Nacho Chicken Casserole—a hearty and flavorful dish that combines layers of tender shredded chicken, fluffy rice, and a zesty sour cream and tomato sauce. Topped with crunchy tortilla chips and melty cheddar cheese, this casserole brings all the vibrant flavors of nachos to your dinner table in one easy, bake-and-serve meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is ready in under an hour and serves up to six people. Garnish with fresh cilantro and green onions for an extra burst of color and flavor, and watch it disappear! Whether you’re craving cheesy indulgence or a crowd-pleasing meal, this casserole has it all.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 2 cups Cooked white or brown rice
• 3 cups Tortilla chips
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 can Diced tomatoes with green chilies (canned)
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped, optional)
• 2 pieces Green onions (chopped, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 3

Boil the chicken breasts in a pot of water until fully cooked, approximately 10-12 minutes. Remove from pot, shred the chicken with two forks, and set aside.

Step 4

Spread the cooked rice evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 5

Layer the shredded chicken over the rice.

Step 6

In a medium mixing bowl, mix the sour cream, canned diced tomatoes with green chilies (including their juice), and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until well combined.

Step 7

Spread the sour cream mixture evenly over the chicken layer.

Step 8

Crush the tortilla chips lightly with your hands and sprinkle them evenly on top of the sour cream mixture.

Step 9

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the tortilla chips.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.

Step 11

Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped cilantro and green onions if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1550.9 grams (1550.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3467

Total Fat 183.20g	235%
Saturated Fat 90.10g	451%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.10g
Cholesterol 799mg	266%
Sodium 5045mg	219%
Total Carbohydrate 217.60g	79%
Dietary Fiber 8.20g	29%
Total Sugars 16.80g
Protein 245.60g	491%

Vitamin D 116IU	580%
Calcium 2220mg	171%
Iron 14mg	76%
Potassium 2027mg	43%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.1%

Protein: 28.1%

Carbs: 24.9%