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High Protein Cheesy Elote Chicken Casserole

High Protein Cheesy Elote Chicken Casserole


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  • Author: Sophie Bennett
  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: High-Protein

Description

A fusion of Mexican street corn flavors and high-protein ingredients, this casserole combines shredded chicken, fire-roasted corn, and a creamy chili-lime Greek yogurt sauce topped with crumbled Cotija cheese.


Ingredients

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2 lbs chicken breast, cooked and shredded
3 cups sweet corn, fire-roasted
1.5 cups Greek yogurt, plain non-fat
1 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
2 tsp chili powder
2 tbsp lime juice, freshly squeezed
1/2 cup cilantro, freshly chopped


Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F
Combine shredded chicken, corn, Greek yogurt, lime juice, most of the chili powder, and half the cilantro in a bowl
Stir until chicken is coated
Transfer mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread evenly
Sprinkle Cotija cheese over the mixture
Bake for 25 minutes until bubbly and golden
Garnish with remaining cilantro after baking
Let rest 5 minutes before serving

Notes

Use fresh lime juice for maximum tang
Fire-roasted corn enhances smoky flavor
Cotija cheese can be replaced with feta if needed
Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Dinner recipes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg