Nacho Chicken Casserole

Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Nacho Chicken Casserole
85 min.
5
494kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your weeknight dinner with a dish that’s not only delicious but also gluten-free? Introducing the Nacho Chicken Casserole, a mouthwatering blend of flavors that will have your family asking for seconds! This hearty casserole combines tender diced chicken, zesty diced tomatoes, and creamy soup, all brought together with the delightful crunch of tortilla chips and the gooey goodness of melted cheddar cheese.

Perfect for lunch, dinner, or even as a side dish, this recipe is versatile enough to fit any occasion. With just 85 minutes of prep and cooking time, you can whip up a satisfying meal that serves five people, making it ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Each serving packs a punch with 494 calories, ensuring you’re getting a filling dish without compromising on taste.

The secret to this casserole lies in its unique combination of ingredients, including Old El Paso chopped green chiles and taco seasoning, which infuse the dish with a delightful kick. Plus, the addition of whole kernel corn with red and green peppers adds a pop of color and sweetness that perfectly complements the savory elements. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a comforting, flavorful meal that’s sure to become a new favorite!

Ingredients

  • 14.5 oz tomatoes diced drained canned
  • cups roasted chicken diced cooked
  • 4.5 oz chilis green undrained chopped canned
  • 10.8 oz cream of chicken soup canned
  • 0.5 cup rice white instant uncooked
  • oz cheddar cheese shredded
  • teaspoon taco seasoning (from 1-oz package)
  • cup tortilla chips 
  • 11 oz corn whole with red and green peppers, undrained canned

Equipment

  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray. In casserole, stir chicken, rice, tomatoes, soup, corn, chiles, taco seasoning mix and 1 cup of the cheese until well mixed.
  2. Cover; bake about 1 hour or until rice is tender and mixture is heated through. Top with tortilla chips; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
  3. Bake about 10 minutes longer or until filling is bubbly and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories494kcal
Protein22.49%
Fat44.86%
Carbs32.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14
Glycemic Load
2.1
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
17.478695760603%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:493.94kcal
24.7%
Fat:24.71g
38.01%
Saturated Fat:9.4g
58.73%
Carbohydrates:40.46g
13.49%
Net Carbohydrates:37.8g
13.74%
Sugar:2.59g
2.87%
Cholesterol:80.9mg
26.97%
Sodium:1090.8mg
47.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.87g
55.75%
Selenium:28.93µg
41.33%
Phosphorus:388.12mg
38.81%
Vitamin B3:6.7mg
33.48%
Calcium:317.96mg
31.8%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.33%
Vitamin C:17.5mg
21.21%
Zinc:3.03mg
20.2%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
20.07%
Iron:3.54mg
19.69%
Folate:76.02µg
19%
Magnesium:60.83mg
15.21%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.22%
Potassium:484.22mg
13.83%
Vitamin E:1.96mg
13.06%
Vitamin B5:1.23mg
12.3%
Vitamin A:605.67IU
12.11%
Manganese:0.24mg
11.87%
Copper:0.23mg
11.74%
Fiber:2.66g
10.66%
Vitamin K:10.52µg
10.01%
Vitamin B12:0.52µg
8.72%
Vitamin D:0.2µg
1.36%