Comfort food is always a winner in anyone's book, and this cheesy chicken tortilla lasagna is no exception. This delicious lasagna incorporates all the flavors you love from both Mexican food and Italian cuisine. It is a delightful twist on a classic Italian dish and will fulfill your cravings for something cheesy, flavorful, and satisfying. With its layers of tender chicken, creamy cheese, corn tortillas, and a flavorful enchilada sauce, this casserole is a total hit among all ages. It is perfect for a family dinner, a potluck, or a casual gathering with friends.
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CHEESY CHICKEN LASAGNA
The cheesiest chicken lasagna layered with cheddar and mozzarella cheese, rich chicken bolognese and no-boil lasagna sheets is a dinner favorite.
Provided by Alida Ryder
Categories Dinner
Time 1h45m
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large, deep pan and brown the chicken well. Remove and set aside.
- Add the vegetables and cook for 7-10 minutes or until they start to soften.
- Add the garlic and herbs and cook for another minute before adding the chicken back in.
- Pour in the tomatoes, stock, Balsamic and sugar.
- Cover, reduce and allow to simmer for 20-30 minutes until the sauce has reduced and thickened slightly. Season to taste.
- Layer the bolognese mixture with no-cook lasagna sheets and bechamel/cheese sauce in an oven-proof baking dish (18cm x 25cm or 7in x 10in). Add a quarter cup mozzarella cheese with each layer to make it ultra cheese. Top with cheddar cheese, mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake at 200°C/390°F for 20-30 minutes or until a sharp knife can easily be inserted. Remove the foil and allow to bake until browned on top.
- Remove from the oven, allow to rest for at least 10 minutes then slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 87 mg, Sodium 400 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MEXICAN CHICKEN TORTILLA LASAGNA
Lasagna goes south of the border in this Mexican lasagna fusion which uses corn tortillas.
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add ground chicken, stirring and breaking into crumbles until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Pour diced tomatoes with chiles and their liquid into the skillet and add taco seasoning. Stir to incorporate.
- Combine 8 ounces enchilada sauce, 4 ounces queso fresco, Mexican crema, and egg in a bowl.
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce into the bottom of an 8x6-inch glass casserole dish. Trim tortillas to have a straight edge if desired. Lay two tortillas in the enchilada sauce in the dish. Place some chicken mixture on top and ladle some enchilada sauce mixture over. Repeat layers. Top with remaining queso fresco and Cheddar cheese.
- Bake, covered, in the preheated oven for 35 minutes. Uncover and bake for 10 minutes more. Let rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 114.3 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 698.7 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
CHEESY TORTILLA LASAGNA
Enjoy the twin flavors of Italy and Mexico in this cheesy tortilla lasagna made with Old El Paso® enchilada sauce - a delicious dinner.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In medium bowl, combine tomatoes, zucchini, onions and beans; mix well. Reserve 1/3 cup enchilada sauce; set aside. In another medium bowl, combine remaining enchilada sauce and sour cream dip; blend well.
- Spoon 2 tablespoons enchilada sauce mixture in bottom of sprayed baking dish. Arrange 8 tortilla pieces over sauce, overlapping as necessary. Spoon half of vegetable-bean mixture over tortillas; sprinkle with 2/3 cup of the cheese. Spoon half of remaining sauce mixture over cheese. Repeat layers, reserving 2/3 cup cheese for top. Top with reserved 1/3 cup enchilada sauce. Cover with foil.
- Bake at 375°F. for 30 to 35 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Uncover; sprinkle with reserved 2/3 cup cheese. Bake, uncovered, an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 7 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1040 mg, Sugar 7 g
CHEESY CHICKEN-TORTILLA LASAGNA
Southwest ranch veggie dip adds creaminess and spice to a mouth-watering Mexican casserole.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Spread 2 tablespoons of the enchilada sauce in bottom of baking dish.
- In medium bowl, mix tomatoes, chicken, onions and beans. In another medium bowl, mix remaining enchilada sauce and the veggie dip until well blended.
- Arrange 8 tortilla pieces over sauce in dish, overlapping as necessary. Spoon half of the chicken mixture over tortillas; sprinkle with 1/2 cup of the cheese. Spoon half of the sauce mixture over cheese. Repeat layers once, reserving 1/2 cup cheese.
- Cover with foil. Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until hot. Sprinkle with reserved 1/2 cup cheese. Bake uncovered about 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with olives and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 7 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 620 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
CHEESY MEXICAN CHICKEN LASAGNA
Corn tortillas are layered with chicken, poblano chiles and cheese for a Mexican riff on lasagna.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Brush the inside of an 8-inch square baking dish with oil.
- Toss the chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, undisturbed, until it begins to brown in spots, about 2 minutes. Add the poblanos, tomatoes and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring frequently, until the chicken is cooked through, the peppers are crisp-tender and the tomatoes are saucy, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the garlic. Transfer the chicken, vegetables and juices to a medium bowl to cool.
- Wipe out the skillet, add enough oil to just cover the bottom and heat over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add 3 of the tortillas and fry until they are hot but still pale, about 10 seconds per side. Remove the tortillas to a baking sheet and sprinkle with salt. Fry the remaining tortillas in batches of 3, adding and heating oil as needed between batches.
- Cover the bottom of the prepared baking dish with 4 overlapping tortillas. Top with half the chicken-poblano mixture, sprinkle with 1 cup of the Mexican cheese blend and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan and dollop with 1/4 cup of the sour cream. Top with 4 more overlapping tortillas, the remaining chicken-poblano mixture, 1 cup of the remaining Mexican cheese blend and the remaining 1/4 cup each of Parmesan and sour cream. Top with the remaining tortillas and 1 1/2 cups Mexican cheese blend.
- Cover the dish loosely with foil and bake until the lasagna is hot and the cheese is melted, about 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for 5 minutes more. Let rest for a few minutes. Cut into 4 squares, place on 4 serving plates and divide the romaine and radishes among the plates.
FOUR CHEESE-CHICKEN LASAGNA
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 3h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Make the sauce: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add the chicken and cook until browned, turning, 5 minutes. Add the onion, garlic and tomato paste and cook, stirring, until the onion softens, about 5 minutes. Add the wine and cook until mostly evaporated, about 5 minutes. Stir in 3 cups water, the tomatoes, bay leaves, parsley, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer 50 minutes. Break up the chicken with a spoon. Cook until thickened, 20 more minutes. Remove the bay leaves.
- Prepare the lasagna: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook as the label directs. Drain the noodles and drizzle with olive oil; set aside.
- Meanwhile, place the kale in a large microwave-safe bowl; add 1/2 cup water and a pinch of salt. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave until tender, 5 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water; squeeze dry, then return to the bowl. Stir in the eggs, ricotta, half of the parmesan and the parsley. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Toss the mozzarella, asiago and the remaining parmesan in a separate bowl.
- Spread 3/4 cup of the sauce in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Top with one-third of the noodles, overlapping them slightly. Cover with half of the kale mixture, then 2 more cups sauce. Sprinkle with one-third of the mozzarella mixture. Repeat the layers (noodles, kale mixture, sauce, mozzarella mixture). Top with a final layer of noodles, the remaining sauce and the remaining mozzarella mixture. Set on a baking sheet.
- Loosely cover with foil and bake 40 minutes, then uncover and bake until golden and bubbly, about 25 more minutes. Let stand 30 minutes before serving.
CORN TORTILLA CHICKEN LASAGNA
This Southwest-style lasagna will satisfy a hungry crowd. It can be "stretched" with extra beans, and it's super-easy to put together. People love it! -Susan Seymar, Valatie, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h15m
Yield 2 casseroles (12 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In each of two greased 13x9-in. baking dishes, arrange six tortillas. Layer each with 1 cup chicken, 2/3 cup kidney beans, 1 cup salsa, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/2 cup green pepper, about 1/3 cup olives, 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese. Repeat layers twice. , Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 600mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
CHICKEN ENCHILADA LASAGNA
Make and share this Chicken Enchilada Lasagna recipe from Food.com.
Provided by moko7
Categories Mexican
Time 1h15m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Combine enchilada sauce and sour cream in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until cheese has melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat.
- Spread approximately 1/2 cup enchilada sauce mixture on the bottom of prepared baking dish. Layer with 4 tortillas, 1 cup enchilada sauce mixture, 1 cup chicken and 2 cup cheese sauce. Repeat layers, then top with remaining tortillas, enchilada sauce mixture and chhese sauce. Cover with foil.
- Bake for 40 minutes. Uncover;let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.
NO-BOIL-THE-NOODLES CHEESY CHICKEN LASAGNA
This comes from my twin sister Julie. People always ask for the recipe when this dish is served, and it makes a great lunch the next day too. Hope you like it as much as our family does--and thanks, Julie, for giving me this recipe in the first place! (This is my very first recipe I've posted, so reviewers please be kind!)
Provided by Judi H
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 2h
Yield 8-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In mixing bowl, stir together the sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and cottage cheese.
- Spray cooking oil spray into bottom of deep lasagna pan.
- Pour all of the chicken broth into the lasagna pan.
- Place 5-6 uncooked lasagna noodles on bottom of lasagna pan (in the chicken broth), making sure they lie flat (even if you have to break off the corners of the noodles).
- Spread 1/3 of the sour cream/soup/cottage cheese mixture over the noodles.
- Sprinkle 1/3 cooked cubed chicken and mushrooms (and spinach if using) over noodles, followed by 1 cup grated mozzarella.
- Repeat layers so you end up with 3 layers, gently pushing each layer down to pack it in and to lie as flat as possible.
- Top final mozzarella layer with grated Co-Jack or Colby cheese and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Cover dish with foil and bake at 375 degrees for 60 minutes.
- Uncover dish and bake an additional 10 minutes to lightly brown the top layer of cheese.
- Let dish stand for 10 minutes before cutting.
CHEESY CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM LASAGNE
Provided by Kay Chun
Categories Milk/Cream Chicken Mushroom Pasta Father's Day Dinner Parmesan Party Potluck Gourmet Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425° with rack in middle.
- Cook mushrooms, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a 4-quart heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are softened, about 3 minutes. Add wine and simmer briskly 2 minutes. Transfer mushroom mixture to a large bowl and stir in chicken. (Set aside saucepan.)
- Bring milk to a bare simmer in a medium saucepan. Melt remaining 4 tablespoons butter in 4-quart saucepan over medium-low heat. Add flour and cook roux, whisking constantly, 3 minutes. Add hot milk in a slow stream, whisking constantly. Add thyme, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and simmer, whisking occasionally, until thickened, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove from heat and reserve 1 cup sauce. Stir parmesan into sauce remaining in pan, then stir into mushroom filling.
- Pour half of reserved plain sauce into baking pan, spreading evenly to coat bottom. Add 3 lasagne sheets, overlapping slightly, and one third of mushroom filling, spreading evenly, then sprinkle one fourth of Gruyère over top. Repeat 2 times. Top with remaining 3 lasagne sheets and remaining plain sauce, spreading evenly. Sprinkle with remaining Gruyère.
- Cover with foil, tenting slightly to prevent foil from touching top of lasagne but sealing all around edge, and bake 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake until cheese is golden, about 15 minutes more. Let lasagne stand 10 minutes before serving.
CHEESY CHICKEN LASAGNA
Cheesy lasagna made using shredded chicken in place of ground beef or sausage.
Provided by Carol Prather
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Chicken
Time 1h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat and add chicken breasts; reduce heat and let simmer until chicken falls apart easily with a fork and is no longer pink, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain water, shred chicken with 2 forks, and set aside.
- While chicken is boiling, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook lasagna noodles in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and lay noodles in a single, flat layer on a paper towel to dry.
- Heat butter in a small saute pan over medium-high heat. Saute onion and garlic in the hot butter just until onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Mix shredded chicken, onion-garlic mixture, 1 cup spaghetti sauce, ricotta cheese, 1/2 of the Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning together in a large bowl.
- Mix remaining spaghetti sauce and remaining Parmesan cheese together in another bowl. Spread a thin layer on the bottom of a glass 9x13-inch baking dish. Layer 3 lasagna noodles, spread chicken mixture on top, then add another thin layer of the sauce mixture. Repeat, leaving a final layer of noodles on top. Top with remaining sauce. Sprinkle mozzarella and Cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until heated through and cheese bubbles, about 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 382 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 781.3 mg, Sugar 12.4 g
CHEESY CHICKEN LASAGNA
When my nephews were younger, I would make their favorite meal for their birthdays...this is what they usually requested. The cheese makes it easier for kids to eat their vegetables.-Janet Lorton, Effingham, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 9-12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. In a large saucepan, combine soup and milk. Cook and stir over low heat until blended. Remove from the heat; stir in vegetables and chicken. , In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish, layer three noodles, a third of the soup mixture and six cheese slices. Repeat layers twice., Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly. Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 613mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
Tips:
- Prep the Ingredients: Before starting, ensure all ingredients are measured, chopped, and ready to use.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh ingredients, especially the vegetables, will give your lasagna the best flavor.
- Don't Overcook the Noodles: Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions, but be careful not to overcook them, or they will become too soft.
- Layer Wisely: When assembling the lasagna, layer the ingredients evenly and press down gently to ensure they are compact.
- Use a Large Baking Dish: Use a large baking dish to accommodate all the layers of lasagna comfortably.
- Cover with Foil: Cover the lasagna with foil during baking to prevent the top from over-browning.
- Let it Rest: Before serving, let the lasagna rest for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the lasagna to set.
Conclusion:
This Cheesy Chicken Tortilla Lasagna is a delightful dish that combines the flavors of Mexican and Italian cuisine. With its layers of seasoned chicken, tortillas, cheese, and a creamy sauce, it's sure to be a hit with everyone. The step-by-step recipe provided makes it easy to follow, and the result is a delicious and comforting meal that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a party or simply looking for a tasty dinner option, this lasagna will surely satisfy your cravings. So grab your ingredients and give this recipe a try – you won't be disappointed!
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