Description
A comforting and flavorful Shredded BBQ Chicken Casserole that is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner. This hearty dish combines tender shredded chicken with BBQ sauce, rice or pasta, corn, black beans, and gooey cheeses for a satisfying meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast or thighs
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand)
- 2 cups cooked rice or cooked elbow macaroni
- 1 cup frozen corn (thawed)
- ½ cup black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken with barbecue sauce. Add in rice or pasta, corn, black beans, seasonings, salt, pepper, and half of the cheeses. Combine well.
- Assemble the casserole: Transfer the mixture to the baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.
- Finish and serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with green onions or cilantro.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- For a spicy kick, add jalapeños or use spicy BBQ sauce.
- The casserole can be prepped ahead and baked when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
