Blackened Chicken Taco Casserole with Pineapple Salsa
There’s nothing quite like the joy of a hearty Blackened Chicken Taco Casserole with Pineapple Salsa to bring comfort and flavor to your table. This vibrant dish combines perfectly seasoned blackened chicken, creamy cheese, and a refreshing pineapple salsa, creating a delightful medley of flavors and textures in every bite. From casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings, this one-dish wonder is sure to impress everyone around the table. With its balance of spicy and sweet, it invites laughter and warmth into your home, making it an unforgettable culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 tbsp blackened seasoning
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1/2 cup black beans
- 1/2 cup corn
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup pineapple, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Season chicken slices with blackened seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear chicken for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked rice or quinoa with black beans and corn; fold in the seared chicken.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish; top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- For the salsa, mix diced pineapple, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, and salt in a bowl.
- Serve the casserole hot topped with fresh pineapple salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg