Spicy Chicken and Black Bean Bake

Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced red bell pepper, red onion, sour cream, jalapeño-flavored cream cheese, taco seasoning, and salt. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed. (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a separate bowl, combine the rinsed and drained black beans, hot water, and ground cumin. Using a fork, roughly mash the black beans until the mixture is evenly combined and slightly creamy. (3 minutes)

Recipe View In a 9x9-inch baking dish, layer 3 flour tortillas on the bottom, slightly overlapping if necessary to cover the surface. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Spread half of the salsa evenly over the tortillas, followed by half of the black bean mixture, and then half of the chicken mixture. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Repeat the layering process with the remaining tortillas, salsa, black bean mixture, and chicken mixture, ending with the chicken mixture on top. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the casserole. (1 minute)

Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted. (35 minutes)

Recipe View Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the casserole to set slightly and makes it easier to cut. (5 minutes)