Frito Chicken Casserole

Frito Chicken Casserole
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    40 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 20 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    25

Dive into a symphony of textures and flavors with this Frito Chicken Casserole. A vibrant, comforting dish where tender chicken meets the zesty crunch of chili cheese Fritos, all enveloped in a blanket of melted cheese. Minimal cleanup, maximum satisfaction!

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Recipe View 0 mins Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

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02 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

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Recipe View 5 mins Add chicken, beans, corn, cream of chicken soup, tomatoes and chiles (with juice), green chiles, cream cheese, and cilantro. Cook until cream cheese has melted, about 5 minutes.

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Recipe View 0 mins Spread out 1/3 of the chips on the bottom of a 9x13 inch rectangular casserole dish. Top with 1/2 of the chicken mixture. Top chicken mixture with 1/3 of shredded Cheddar cheese. Repeat the layer. Top the 2nd layer with remaining 1/3 of the chips and remaining 1/3 of Cheddar cheese.

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Recipe View 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven until cheese has melted and is lightly browned, about 30 minutes. Remove from the oven, cover, and let sit for 30 minutes so it can set before cutting into squares.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a packet of taco seasoning to the chicken mixture.
If you prefer a smoother texture, blend the cream cheese until it is completely smooth before adding it to the saucepan.
Adjust the amount of green chilies and diced tomatoes to your preferred level of spiciness.
Serve with your favorite toppings such as salsa, sour cream, guacamole, and extra cilantro.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.1/ 5 ( 8 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Geovany Funk

    So easy to make, and it's become a regular in our meal rotation. The Fritos add the perfect crunch!

  • Lori Simonis

    I added a can of Rotel for extra spice, and it was fantastic!

  • Elsa Koch

    My kids are picky eaters, but they devoured this casserole. A definite win!

  • Amanda Metz

    This was a huge hit at our family gathering! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.

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