Chicken Chilaquiles

Gluten Free
Health score
23%
Chicken Chilaquiles
45 min.
4
376kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Chicken Chilaquiles, a delightful dish that brings a taste of Mexico right to your kitchen! Perfectly gluten-free and ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a satisfying lunch or a cozy dinner with family and friends. With each serving clocking in at 376 calories, you can enjoy a hearty meal without the guilt.

This dish features tender, shredded rotisserie chicken combined with zesty green chiles, aromatic spices, and a creamy tomatillo sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. The layers of crispy corn tortillas create a delightful texture, while the melted Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeño peppers adds a kick of flavor that will leave you craving more.

Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply looking to spice up your weeknight meals, Chicken Chilaquiles is a crowd-pleaser that caters to everyone. The combination of fresh cilantro and green onions not only enhances the dish's visual appeal but also adds a refreshing touch that balances the richness of the cheese and chicken. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that’s as delicious as it is comforting!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 4.5 ounce chiles green drained chopped canned
  • cups rotisserie chicken breast shredded boneless skinless
  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • 12 6-inch corn tortillas ()
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup green onions chopped
  • 0.8 cup milk 1% low-fat
  • ounces monterrey jack cheese shredded with jalapeño peppers, divided
  • tablespoons parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 11 ounce tomatillos drained canned

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • oven
  • blender
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Combine chicken, green onions, 1/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese, Parmesan, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  3. Place milk and next 3 ingredients (through chiles) in a food processor or blender; process until smooth.
  4. Heat tortillas according to package directions.
  5. Pour 1/3 cup tomatillo mixture into bottom of an 11 x 7-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Arrange 4 corn tortillas in dish, and top with half of chicken mixture. Repeat layer with remaining tortillas and chicken mixture, ending with tortillas.
  6. Pour remaining 1 1/2 cups tomatillo mixture over tortillas; sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese.
  7. Bake at 375 for 20 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories376kcal
Protein28.54%
Fat24.78%
Carbs46.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
43.38
Glycemic Load
15.32
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
23.043478219405%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.17mg
Quercetin
1.86mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:375.56kcal
18.78%
Fat:10.57g
16.26%
Saturated Fat:4.26g
26.63%
Carbohydrates:44.79g
14.93%
Net Carbohydrates:37.3g
13.56%
Sugar:6.35g
7.06%
Cholesterol:65mg
21.67%
Sodium:551.58mg
23.98%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.39g
54.77%
Phosphorus:567.5mg
56.75%
Vitamin B3:10.84mg
54.18%
Selenium:33.3µg
47.57%
Vitamin B6:0.87mg
43.71%
Vitamin K:38.17µg
36.36%
Fiber:7.5g
29.98%
Vitamin C:23.55mg
28.55%
Calcium:279.43mg
27.94%
Magnesium:106.26mg
26.57%
Potassium:805.15mg
23%
Manganese:0.44mg
21.94%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
17.94%
Zinc:2.46mg
16.39%
Vitamin B5:1.52mg
15.16%
Vitamin A:711.52IU
14.23%
Iron:2.56mg
14.22%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.05%
Copper:0.23mg
11.37%
Folate:41.95µg
10.49%
Vitamin B12:0.57µg
9.52%
Vitamin E:1mg
6.68%
Vitamin D:0.66µg
4.4%
Source:My Recipes