Chicken Caliente Recipe

Spice up your weeknight dinners with this easy Chicken Caliente recipe! A crowd-pleasing dish that's surprisingly healthy and guaranteed to be a hit with even the pickiest eaters. This flavorful casserole features tender chicken, vibrant veggies, and a crispy corn chip topping. Perfect for busy weeknights, ready in under an hour!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 370.5 kcal
Protein 37g
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Ingredients for Chicken Caliente

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How to Make Chicken Caliente

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, black beans, corn, diced bell peppers, salsa, chili powder, cumin, and oregano.
  3. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Pour the chicken mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. Spread the mixture evenly in the dish.
  6. Top with crushed corn chips.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the corn chips are golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
  8. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra salsa or sour cream, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

23g

Carbs

13g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicken Caliente?

Chicken Caliente takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicken Caliente?

Chicken Caliente has approximately 370.5 calories per serving, with about 37 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 23 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicken Caliente?

The key ingredients for Chicken Caliente are Cooked Chicken, Cooked White Rice, Celery, Green Bell Pepper, Onion, Mayonnaise. See the full list with measurements above.

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