Santa Fe Chicken Bake

Baked Sante Fe Chicken in a casserole dish covered in corn, black beans, cheese and sauce

5 from 3 votes

This Santa Fe Chicken is as EASY as it is DELICIOUS! With only a few ingredients, you can make this hearty dinner in just one dish for easy prep and clean up! This family friendly crowd pleaser is a wholesome way to get everyone to clean their plates!

Prep Time10

Cook Time35

Total Time45

Servings: servings

Calories: 414kcal

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast (4-6 thin chicken breasts)
2 tbsp taco seasoning
15 oz black beans drained and rinsed (1 can)
15.25 oz sweet corn drained (1 can)
1 cup salsa chunky
1/4 cup green onions sliced
1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
Salt and pepper to taste

Garnish (optional)

Pico de gallo
Sour cream
Chopped cilantro

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix the black beans, corn, green onions, taco seasoning, and salsa until evenly combined.
Season the chicken to taste and lay flat in a casserole dish. Spread the bean mixture over top of the chicken and sprinkle with cheese.
Bake at 350˚F for 35-45 minutes or until your chicken breast is cooked through (165˚F internal temp.)
Garnish as desired. Enjoy!

Notes

Substitutions:

Corn — Fresh corn, or frozen corn that has been thawed can be used in place of canned corn. Use about 1 cup.
Black Beans — Dried black beans that have been prepared can be used in place of canned. Use about 1 cup.
Cheddar cheese — you can use colby jack, or mexican blend if desired

How to Store: To save leftovers, separate into meal sized portions and then place in an airtight container and store:

in the refrigerator for 3-4 days
in the freezer up to a month

How to Freeze: See post for freezer meal instructions and leftover meal ideas.

How to Reheat: This can be reheated in the microwave in 30 second increments.

Serve with:

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