How to Make Mexican Tortilla Chicken Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mexican Tortilla Chicken Casserole is a delicious and hearty dish that is sure to satisfy your cravings for a flavorful and comforting meal. This casserole is a classic Mexican-inspired recipe that combines tender chicken, creamy cheese, zesty salsa, and crispy tortilla strips for a dish that is full of bold flavors and textures.

Whether you are looking for a new way to enjoy your favorite Mexican flavors or are in need of a crowd-pleasing dish for a family dinner or potluck, this cas...

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Ingredients

  • 3 frozen chicken breast halves, thawed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon minced garlic
  • ½ green bell pepper, chopped
  • ½ onion, chopped
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 ½ cups Mexican-style shredded four-cheese blend, divided
  • 1 cup salsa, divided
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) package tortilla chips (such as On The Border®)

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Coat chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, red pepper flakes, and garlic. Place in an 8x8-inch baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 25 to 30 minutes. Chop chicken into cubes. Leave oven on.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add bell pepper and onion and cook until tender, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Mix onion mixture, cream of chicken soup, 1 cup cheese, 3/4 cup salsa, sour cream, and cumin together in a bowl. Mix in chicken and use some of the chicken drippings to moisten the mixture.
  • Layer chicken mixture and crushed tortilla chips until baking pan is full. Top with remaining cheese. Bake until golden brown and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Top with remaining salsa.
  • Nutrition

    642 cal.

    • Total Fat: 38g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 70mg
    • Sodium: 1302mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 55g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 178mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 478mg