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Sour Cream Chicken Casserole

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This comforting Sour Cream Chicken Casserole is a hearty, family-friendly meal that combines tender cooked chicken with a rich, creamy sauce and crunchy Frito corn chips. The blend of sour cream, shredded cheese, and mild chilies creates a luxurious texture with just the right amount of savory spice. It's a perfect weeknight dinner solution, requiring minimal prep time while delivering maximum satisfaction. Serve it hot with a side of green beans or a simple salad for a balanced plate.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 3
Calories: 1284
Description
This comforting Sour Cream Chicken Casserole is a hearty, family-friendly meal that combines tender cooked chicken with a rich, creamy sauce and crunchy Frito corn chips. The blend of sour cream, shredded cheese, and mild chilies creates a luxurious texture with just the right amount of savory spice. It's a perfect weeknight dinner solution, requiring minimal prep time while delivering maximum satisfaction. Serve it hot with a side of green beans or a simple salad for a balanced plate.
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  2. 2
    Crush 3 cups of the Frito corn chips slightly and spread them evenly over the bottom of the prepared dish.
  3. 3
    In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, chopped mild chilies, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and white pepper.
  4. 4
    Spoon the chicken mixture evenly over the layer of corn chips in the casserole dish.
  5. 5
    Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the chicken mixture.
  6. 6
    Spread the sour cream smoothly over the cheese, ensuring full coverage.
  7. 7
    Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  8. 8
    Bake for 30 minutes.
  9. 9
    Remove the foil and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of corn chips over the top.
  10. 10
    Return to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is lightly toasted.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3 cups

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1284kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 83g128%
Saturated Fat 43g215%
Cholesterol 312mg104%
Sodium 1816mg76%
Total Carbohydrate 68g23%
Dietary Fiber 7g29%
Sugars 17g
Protein 68g136%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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