Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey or chicken
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup salsa
- 2 cups tortilla chips, crushed
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or a mix)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your casserole will cook evenly and the cheese will melt to perfection.
- Brown the meat. In a skillet, cook the ground turkey or chicken over medium heat until it’s browned and fully cooked. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes. Make sure to break up the meat as it cooks for an even texture.
- Add beans and salsa. Stir in the rinsed black beans and salsa to the cooked meat. Mix well to combine all the flavors, allowing the mixture to simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Layer the casserole. In a baking dish, begin layering your ingredients. Start with a layer of crushed tortilla chips, followed by the meat mixture, and then a layer of shredded cheese. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a generous layer of cheese on top.
- Bake. Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve and enjoy! Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving. This will help the layers set slightly, making it easier to cut into portions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One Normal Portion
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 25g