Best 2 Chicken And Cheese Mexican Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in the flavors of Mexico with our tantalizing "Chicken and Cheese Mexican Casserole" recipe. This extraordinary dish is a delightful fusion of tender chicken, melted cheese, and a vibrant blend of Mexican spices, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will captivate your taste buds. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the richness of Mexican cuisine with this easy-to-follow recipe.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEESY MEXICAN CASSEROLE



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Chicken, cheese, and spices. You can substitute Cheddar cheese for the Mexican-style cheese blend, if desired.

Provided by Texasgal60

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) container fat-free sour cream
1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped green chilies
½ cup low-fat milk
2 ½ cups cooked, shredded chicken breast meat
8 (6 inch) yellow corn tortillas, torn into bite-size pieces
1 teaspoon taco seasoning mix, or more to taste
1 large tomato, chopped
1 ½ cups shredded Mexican-style cheese blend, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Stir condensed soup, sour cream, green chilies, and milk together in a large bowl. Add chicken, tortilla pieces, and taco seasoning; stir. Mix tomato and 1 cup Mexican-style cheese blend into chicken mixture.
  • Spread chicken mixture out into the prepared baking dish and cover the dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake casserole in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Discard aluminum foil. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top of the casserole and continue baking until cheese melts and casserole is bubbling, 5 to 10 minutes more. Let rest for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 60.2 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 689.9 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

MEXICAN CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Bring together veggies, black beans, whole wheat tortillas & cheese in this Mexican Chicken Casserole. Serve this Mexican Chicken Casserole on a weeknight!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Spices

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 tsp. ground cumin
1 green pepper, chopped
1-1/2 cups TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
2 oz. (1/4 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, cubed
1 can (15.5 oz.) no-salt-added black beans, rinsed
1 tomato, chopped
2 whole wheat tortillas (6 inch)
1/2 cup KRAFT Mexican Style 2% Milk Finely Shredded Four Cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375ºF.
  • Cook and stir chicken and cumin in nonstick skillet on medium heat 2 min. Add peppers; cook 2 min., stirring occasionally. Stir in salsa; cook 2 min. Add Neufchatel; cook and stir 2 min. or until melted. Stir in beans and tomatoes.
  • Spread 1/3 of the chicken mixture onto bottom of 8-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; cover with 1 tortilla and half each of the remaining chicken mixture and shredded cheese. Top with remaining tortilla and chicken mixture; cover.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining shredded cheese; bake, uncovered, 5 min. or until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 100 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 20 g

Tips:

  • For a creamier casserole, use a combination of milk and cream of mushroom soup.
  • Add a layer of cooked ground beef or taco seasoning to the casserole for a heartier meal.
  • Top the casserole with a layer of shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and sour cream for a fresh and flavorful finish.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and add a can of black beans or corn.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of salsa, guacamole, or your favorite Mexican-inspired toppings.

Conclusion:

This easy-to-make Mexican chicken and cheese casserole is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and melted cheese, this casserole is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or family dinner. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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