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Chicken Tortilla Dump Dinner

Delicious Chicken Tortilla Dump Dinner for Easy Weeknight Comfort

Enjoy this Chicken Tortilla Dump Dinner, a comforting and easy Tex-Mex dish perfect for weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Mixture
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil for a different taste.
  • 1 medium Red Onion Can be swapped with yellow onion.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Green bell peppers are a good substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Swap with coriander for a lighter taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Use smoked paprika for a milder flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Regular table salt can be used if needed.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper White pepper can be a suitable substitute.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Garlic powder can be used if fresh isn't available.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles Fresh tomatoes can replace canned.
  • 1 can Black Beans Use pinto beans as an alternative.
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn Fresh corn can be added if preferred.
  • 3 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken Rotisserie chicken is recommended for convenience.
  • 1 cup Salsa Homemade salsa can be used for fresh flavor.
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 2 cups Crushed Tortilla Chips Use corn chips for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 cups Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend Substitute with a lactose-free cheese blend for dairy concerns.
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Parsley can serve as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a good alternative.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped red onion and red bell pepper for about 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Add ground cumin, chili powder, kosher salt, ground black pepper, and minced garlic. Stir and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes with green chiles, black beans, frozen corn, shredded chicken, and salsa. Mix well and heat for 3-4 minutes.
  5. In a baking dish, layer half of the crushed tortilla chips at the bottom. Spread the chicken mixture over the chips.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining crushed tortilla chips over the chicken mixture, then top with shredded cheese.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with cilantro and sour cream if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This Chicken Tortilla Dump Dinner is customizable with various ingredients and can be made ahead for convenience.

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