Chicken Taco Dump Dinner
Chicken Taco Dump Dinner is effortless and flavorful.It uses simple pantry ingredients and requires minimal prep.The dish bakes into tender, cheesy, taco-inspired comfort food.Perfect for busy nights, potlucks, or last-minute meals.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs boneless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 cup black beans, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
- 1 small onion, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place chicken in a baking dish.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning evenly over the chicken.
- Add salsa, corn, beans, tomatoes, and onion on top.
- Pour chicken broth into the dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil, shred the chicken, and mix everything together.
Notes
- Thighs stay juicier than chicken breasts.
- Mild or spicy salsa changes the heat level.
- Use reduced-sodium taco seasoning to control salt.
- Add bell peppers for extra veggies.
- Leftovers work well for tacos, bowls, or quesadillas.