Fiesta Squash Casserole

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

A flavorful squash casserole featuring tender yellow squash, melted Velveeta cheese, and crunchy tortilla chips, perfect for family dinners or potlucks with a cheesy, spicy kick.

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Ingredients

  • 5 to 6 yellow squash, sliced
  • 2 medium onions, sliced
  • 1 lb. Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 1 (10 3/4 oz.) can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/4 cup picante sauce
  • 1 (1 1/4 oz.) package taco seasoning mix
  • 2 cups crushed tortilla chips, divided

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Add squash and onions to boiling water; cook for 10 minutes or until tender.
  3. Drain the squash and onions; set aside.
  4. In a pan on medium heat, melt the Velveeta cheese with the cream of mushroom soup, picante sauce, and taco seasoning mix until smooth.
  5. Mash the cooked squash and onions.
  6. Stir the mashed squash and onions into the cheese mixture.
  7. Mix in 1 cup of crushed tortilla chips.
  8. Spoon the mixture into a greased 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining crushed tortilla chips on top.
  10. Bake for 30 minutes or until heated through and bubbly.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

330 kcal 17% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.1g 20% DV
Total Fat 8.6g 11% DV
Carbs 47.1g 17% DV
Fiber 5.3g 19% DV
Sugar 6.7g 13% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 2424mg 100% DV
Potassium 445.3mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 10.8mg 4% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 3mcg
Vitamin C 0.6mg 1% DV
Calcium 195.8mg 15% DV
Iron 2.6mg 14% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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