Mexican Casserole

Health score
11%
Mexican Casserole
65 min.
8
407kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your dinner routine? This Mexican Casserole is the perfect dish to bring a burst of flavor to your table while being incredibly easy to prepare. With tender, cubed chicken breast, zesty green chile peppers, and a creamy blend of soups, this casserole is a delightful fusion of textures and tastes that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Imagine layers of soft flour tortillas, savory chicken, and gooey melted Cheddar cheese, all baked to perfection. This dish not only satisfies your cravings but also makes for a hearty meal that can serve up to eight people, making it ideal for family gatherings or potlucks. Plus, with a total cooking time of just 65 minutes, you can whip it up on a busy weeknight without breaking a sweat.

Whether you’re looking for a comforting main course, a filling lunch, or a side dish that steals the show, this Mexican Casserole fits the bill. The combination of creamy and cheesy goodness, along with the subtle heat from the chiles, creates a mouthwatering experience that will leave your taste buds dancing. So gather your ingredients, preheat that oven, and get ready to enjoy a delicious meal that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients

  •  chicken breast halves boneless cubed cooked
  • ounce chiles green drained chopped canned
  • 10.8 ounce cream of chicken soup canned
  • 10.8 ounce cream of mushroom soup canned
  • 6-inch flour tortilla ()
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.7 cup cream sour

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. In a medium bowl combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, chile peppers, milk and sour cream; mix until well blended.
  3. Place a layer of tortilla strips in the bottom of a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  4. Layer as follows: 1/2 of the soup mixture, 1/2 of the chicken, 1/2 of the shredded cheese. Repeat until ingredients are all used, ending with a layer of shredded cheese.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes covered, then remove cover and bake an additional 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories407kcal
Protein30.34%
Fat47.67%
Carbs21.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.75
Glycemic Load
6.18
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
17.920434806658%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:406.7kcal
20.33%
Fat:21.31g
32.78%
Saturated Fat:9.97g
62.29%
Carbohydrates:22.11g
7.37%
Net Carbohydrates:20.75g
7.54%
Sugar:2.43g
2.7%
Cholesterol:99.67mg
33.22%
Sodium:1106.49mg
48.11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.51g
61.03%
Selenium:43.43µg
62.04%
Vitamin B3:10.79mg
53.94%
Phosphorus:415.84mg
41.58%
Vitamin B6:0.72mg
35.84%
Calcium:288.46mg
28.85%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.43%
Vitamin B5:1.62mg
16.24%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.69%
Zinc:2.32mg
15.49%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.32%
Potassium:490.91mg
14.03%
Iron:2.32mg
12.89%
Folate:49.76µg
12.44%
Magnesium:43.85mg
10.96%
Vitamin A:527.44IU
10.55%
Vitamin B12:0.61µg
10.19%
Copper:0.19mg
9.59%
Vitamin C:6.08mg
7.36%
Fiber:1.37g
5.47%
Vitamin K:4.88µg
4.65%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.37%
Vitamin D:0.34µg
2.25%
Source:Allrecipes