Mexican Chicken Casserole with Charred Tomato Salsa

Gluten Free
Health score
26%
Mexican Chicken Casserole with Charred Tomato Salsa
70 min.
8
334kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your dinner routine? This Mexican Chicken Casserole with Charred Tomato Salsa is the perfect dish to bring a burst of flavor to your table. Not only is it gluten-free, but it also serves as a delightful main course that can easily double as a side dish for gatherings. With a preparation time of just 70 minutes, you can whip up this hearty meal for up to eight people, making it ideal for family dinners or entertaining friends.

Imagine layers of tender shredded chicken, vibrant vegetables, and warm corn tortillas, all enveloped in a zesty green chile enchilada sauce. The addition of crumbled feta and Monterey Jack cheese creates a creamy, cheesy topping that will have everyone coming back for seconds. And let’s not forget the homemade charred tomato salsa, which adds a smoky depth and freshness that elevates the entire dish.

This casserole is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, offering a balanced caloric breakdown that includes a healthy dose of protein, fats, and carbohydrates. Whether you’re looking for a satisfying lunch or a comforting dinner, this recipe is sure to impress. So grab your apron and get ready to enjoy a taste of Mexico right in your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black
  • ounce chilis green chopped canned
  • teaspoons chili powder 
  • cups chicken shredded cooked
  • 12 6-inch corn tortillas ()
  • 10 ounce enchilada sauce green canned
  • ounces feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • cup ears corn fresh
  • tablespoon garlic minced
  •  garlic clove crushed peeled
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  •  jalapeno seeded quartered
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • ounces monterrey jack cheese shredded
  • small onion peeled chopped
  • cup onion chopped
  •  plum tomatoes halved seeded
  • cup bell pepper red chopped
  • cup zucchini diced

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler.
  2. To prepare salsa, combine first 4 ingredients on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Broil 20 minutes or until charred, stirring once.
  3. Remove from oven; cool slightly.
  4. Place tomato mixture in a food processor; add cilantro, lime juice, and pepper. Process until smooth. Set aside.
  5. Preheat oven to 35
  6. To prepare casserole, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly coat pan with cooking spray.
  7. Add 1 cup onion, corn, zucchini, and bell pepper; saut 6 minutes or until tender.
  8. Add chicken and next 5 ingredients (through green chiles); saut 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  9. Remove from heat.
  10. Spread 1/2 cup salsa over the bottom of a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Arrange half of tortillas over salsa. Spoon 2 cups chicken mixture evenly over tortillas. Top with 3/4 cup salsa.
  11. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup of each cheese. Repeat layers, starting with remaining tortillas and ending with remaining cheeses.
  12. Bake at 350 for 25 minutes until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories334kcal
Protein27.67%
Fat33.23%
Carbs39.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50.56
Glycemic Load
9.46
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
19.617391397124%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.5mg
Naringenin
0.44mg
Luteolin
0.14mg
Isorhamnetin
1.44mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
6.85mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:333.67kcal
16.68%
Fat:12.63g
19.43%
Saturated Fat:5.86g
36.6%
Carbohydrates:33.43g
11.14%
Net Carbohydrates:27.65g
10.05%
Sugar:8.17g
9.08%
Cholesterol:64.61mg
21.54%
Sodium:685.49mg
29.8%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.66g
47.33%
Vitamin C:48.65mg
58.97%
Phosphorus:393.22mg
39.32%
Vitamin A:1828.88IU
36.58%
Vitamin B6:0.62mg
30.89%
Vitamin B3:6.06mg
30.31%
Selenium:20.26µg
28.94%
Calcium:244.98mg
24.5%
Fiber:5.78g
23.14%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.75%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.45%
Magnesium:70.75mg
17.69%
Zinc:2.56mg
17.05%
Potassium:584.21mg
16.69%
Folate:55.66µg
13.92%
Iron:2.48mg
13.79%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.37%
Vitamin B5:1.08mg
10.76%
Vitamin K:10.31µg
9.82%
Copper:0.19mg
9.29%
Vitamin B12:0.51µg
8.49%
Vitamin E:1.13mg
7.54%
Source:My Recipes