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Chicken Taco Casserole

Chicken Taco Casserole ~ layers of cheesy, comfort food ! The spinach makes this Chicken Taco Casserole and even non-spinach eaters loves it.

Chicken Taco Casserole

This Chicken Taco Casserole is full of flavor and the Spinach makes a huge difference.

It is not only very colorful, it is delicious as well (Two definites in my book!). Even my picky eater enjoys this casserole and that is quite the accomplishment !

Layers of cheesy, comfort food ! The spinach makes this Chicken Taco Casserole and even non-spinach eaters loves it

I serve the casserole with a side plate full of cubed Avocado and small Cherry Tomatoes, which works better as everyone could add or leave out what they did not want.

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What I like most about this casserole is that it is easy to make with everyday ingredients. The dish is also quick to make and therefore perfect for a busy week night dinner, which is what most families want after a hectic day.

Layers of cheesy, comfort food ! The spinach makes this Chicken Taco Casserole and even non-spinach eaters loves it

For this specific recipe I prefer to use fresh Spinach, a mild Salsa and a sharp Cheddar cheese, which is just right for our taste preferences.

Layers of cheesy, comfort food ! The spinach makes this Chicken Taco Casserole and even non-spinach eaters loves it

Chicken Taco Casserole

Chicken Taco Casserole

Linda Nortje
Chicken Taco Casserole ~ layers of cheesy, comfort food ! The spinach makes this Chicken Taco Casserole and even non-spinach eaters loves it.
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Course Main Course
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6 People

Ingredients
  

  • 900 g Chicken Fillet cut into strips ( 2 pounds )
  • 2 t Fresh Garlic crushed
  • ½ t Dried Chilies crushed
  • 2 TB Vegetable Oil
  • 1 Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 large Green Bell Pepper chopped
  • 1 bunch Spinach chopped
  • 1 ½ cups Salsa store-bought or homemade (any one of your favorites)
  • 4 medium Tortillas cut or shredded into pieces
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese grated

TO SERVE:

  • Avocado
  • Cherry Tomatoes

Instructions
 

  • Pre-heat oven to 180 deg C (350 deg F) – spray a large oven dish, with a lid, with cooking oil
  • In a medium bowl – combine the Chicken strips, Garlic and Chilies – leave to stand about 15 minutes
  • Heat the Oil in a large skillet – add the Chicken and cook until done (about 5 minutes) – remove from the skillet and keep aside
  • Using the same skillet, saute the Onion and Green Bell Pepper until soft – stir in the Spinach, cook another minute or two – remove from heat
  • Pour 1/2 cup Salsa into the bottom of the oven dish – Top with half of the Tortilla pieces, followed by half of the Chicken mixture, next add half of the Vegetable mixture, followed by another 1/2 cup Salsa, add half of the Cheddar Cheese – repeat the layers but do not top with the remaining Cheddar Cheese now
  • Bake, covered for 30 minutes – remove from the oven and top with the remaining Cheddar Cheese
Nutrition value, where given, is not always accurate. Please also check your ingredient labels.

Let stand for 5 minutes and serve with Corn Chips, Avocado and Cherry Tomatoes if you wish.

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Layers of cheesy comfort food ! The spinach makes this Chicken Taco Casserole and even non-spinach eaters loves it

 

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Kary Squires

Monday 24th of July 2017

We love Mexican food! Will add spinach next time, have not done so in the past. Thanks for the recipe. Will be making this once the temp's here drop below the 90's here in North Carolina, NC. Cheers, Kary~

The Mandatory Mooch

Sunday 28th of April 2013

On today's Celebration Sundays I've collected an amazing group of 20 Cinco de Mayo recipes. This is one of them!! Don't miss it!! Thanks, Nichi - The Mandatory Mooch http://mandatorymooch.blogspot.com/2013/04/celebration-sundays-cinco-de-mayo.html

Miz Helen

Friday 26th of April 2013

I just love the flavors for this casserole. Your recipe is fabulous and thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday. Have a great weekend and come back soon!Miz Helen

Holly Lefevre LaRock

Thursday 18th of April 2013

Sounds and looks delicious...love you got some spinach in there!

Mel Lea-Wood

Wednesday 17th of April 2013

YUM! I prefer chicken over beef in my mexican food, not sure why but I do.

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