Welcome to the world of culinary delights, where flavors dance and textures intertwine to create a symphony of taste. Today, we embark on a journey to discover the secrets behind the ultimate chili tortilla bake, a dish that seamlessly blends the heartiness of chili with the comforting embrace of tortillas. Imagine a casserole where tender beef or turkey mingles with a symphony of beans, vegetables, and tantalizing spices, all enveloped in a warm blanket of melted cheese and crispy tortilla chips. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook eager to explore new culinary horizons, this article will guide you through the steps of creating a chili tortilla bake that will leave your taste buds singing for joy.
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CHILI TORTILLA BAKE
A homestyle Tex-Mex casserole is all it takes to gather the whole family around the dinner table. With its popular flavors and bubbly cheese topping, there is never a need to worry about leftovers. -Celine Weldy, Cave Creek, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Stir in the tomato sauce, beans, corn, green chilies, onion, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder and oregano; heat through., In an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray, layer half of the tortillas, beef mixture and cheese. Repeat layers. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly. Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 413 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 590mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
HOMEMADE CHILI LIME BAKED TORTILLA CHIPS
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Time 30m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Add the vegetable oil, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika and cayenne pepper to a small bowl and whisk to combine.
- Arrange the tortillas on a clean work surface. Using a pastry brush or a silicone brush, lightly brush the tortillas with the lime spice mixture. Be sure to just lightly coat the tortillas in the mixture; do not oversaturate them. Flip over the tortillas and lightly coat the other side as well.
- Stack the tortillas and cut them in half, then cut each half into 3 chip-size wedges (6 wedges per tortilla). Transfer the wedges to 2 rimmed baking sheets and arrange them in an even layer, making sure not to overlap any. Sprinkle the salt evenly over the wedges on both baking sheets.
- Bake until the chips are golden and crispy, about 15 minutes. Transfer the chips to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.
CHICKEN TORTILLA BAKE
Mother frequently made this comforting chicken tortilla casserole when I was growing up. Our family would scrape the pan clean. Chicken, cheese and zippy green chiles are a mouthwatering mix.-Jerri Moror, Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, chiles, broth, soups and onion; set aside. Layer half of the tortillas in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, cutting to fit pan if desired. Top with half of the chicken mixture and half of the cheese. Repeat layers. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°. If desired, serve with sour cream and green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 1007mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
CHILI DOG & TORTILLA CASSEROLE
Make and share this Chili Dog & Tortilla Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MissHeather
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place one can of chili in the bottom of a 9x13 pan.
- Roll hot dogs in flour tortillas and place seam side down in pan.
- Cover with the remaining two cans of chili and put cheese on top.
- Bake@ 350 for 30 minutes.
CHILI TORTILLA BAKE ....AKA MEXICAN LASAGNA
My family loves this recipe. I usually do not add the green chiles. Frequently we have this as a vegatarian meal with out the meat. I found it on a McCormick recipe card many years ago.
Provided by loverofmyfamily
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 55m
Yield 2 quart baking pan, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium high heat, drain. Add tomato sauce, beans, corn and green chiles. Stir in next 5 seasonings. Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered for 15 minutes. In a 2 quart baking dish, coated with cooking spray, place 3 flour tortillas to cover bottom. Overlap as needed. Layer with half of chili mixture and half of cheese. Top with remaining tortillas, meat mixture and cheese. Bake for 30 minutes. Serves 8.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.9, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 38.6, Sodium 1221.1, Carbohydrate 73.6, Fiber 10.6, Sugar 10.6, Protein 24.3
GREEN CHILE CHICKEN TORTILLA CASSEROLE
This hearty chicken tortilla casserole has tons of green chile flavor -- without being too hot -- and makes a delicious weeknight dinner.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 3-quart oval or rectangular baking dish (13x9-inch) with cooking spray.
- In 8-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until tender. Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in condensed soup, enchilada sauce, milk, green chiles, chili powder, cumin and salt. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
- Spread 1 cup sauce mixture in bottom of baking dish. Arrange 6 tortillas on top of sauce mixture. Top with 1 cup chicken, 1/2 cup beans, 1/2 cup cheese and 1 cup sauce. Repeat with another layer of 6 tortillas, 1 cup chicken, 1/2 cup beans, 1/2 cup cheese and 1 cup sauce. Top with remaining 6 tortillas, 1 cup chicken, 1/2 cup beans, 1 cup sauce and 1 cup cheese.
- Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until hot and bubbly on edges (165°F in center). Let stand 20 minutes before serving. Serve with Toppings, as desired.
- If making ahead to bake and serve at a later date: Line 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with 2 layers of plastic wrap, leaving enough overhang to completely enclose assembled casserole. Allow sauce mixture to cool completely, covered, 30 to 45 minutes in refrigerator before assembling casserole. Assemble casserole in dish; cover with another layer of plastic wrap. Freeze unbaked casserole about 8 hours or until completely frozen. Transfer frozen casserole to labeled 2-gallon resealable freezer plastic bag. Remove air; seal and freeze up to three months. To bake: Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray. Remove plastic wrap from casserole; place in baking dish. Cover tightly with foil; thaw completely in refrigerator, 24 to 48 hours. Heat oven to 350°F. Uncover; bake 45 to 55 minutes or until hot and bubbly on edges (165°F in center). Let stand 20 minutes before serving. Serve with Toppings, as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1220 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g
TORTILLA-WRAPPED HOT DOG & CHILI CASSEROLE
Give the buns a break and wrap your hot dogs in corn tortillas and serve them up in a delicious chili and bean casserole instead.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425ºF.
- Spread chili onto bottom of 8-inch square baking dish.
- Place 1 wiener on each tortilla; roll up. Place, seam sides down, over chili. Sprinkle with cheese; cover.
- Bake 25 min. or until wieners are heated through and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 1270 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 20 g
CREAMY CHICKEN TORTILLA BAKE
An easy recipe to make in the microwave or oven. Absolutely delicious.
Provided by Shay
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion until tender and translucent, about 5 minutes. Mix in cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and cumin.
- Grease a 9x12-inch microwave-safe baking dish and place 4 tortillas in a layer into the bottom of the dish. Top with 1 can green chilies, half the chicken, half the soup mix, half the Cheddar cheese, and half the Monterey Jack cheese. Repeat layers, ending with Monterey Jack cheese.
- Cook in microwave oven on high until the casserole is bubbling and the cheese topping is melted, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 507.6 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 114.8 mg, Fat 34.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 30.5 g, SaturatedFat 18.5 g, Sodium 975 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
CHILI DOG CASSEROLE II
This recipe is wonderful for outdoor cookouts, and it can be made ahead. It is loved by young and old alike!
Provided by Maxine Miller
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Spread 1 can of chili and beans in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Roll up franks inside tortillas and place in baking dish, seam side down, on top of chili and bean 'bed'. Top with remaining can of chili and beans, and sprinkle with cheese.
- Cover baking dish with aluminum foil, and bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 61.5 mg, Fat 28.8 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 1322.5 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
Tips:
- For a vegetarian version, substitute black beans, pinto beans, or lentils for the ground beef.
- Add a can of corn or black beans to the chili mixture for extra flavor and texture.
- If you like things spicy, add a diced jalapeño pepper to the chili mixture.
- Use a variety of cheeses in the casserole, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, and pepper Jack.
- Top the casserole with a dollop of sour cream, guacamole, and pico de gallo before serving.
Conclusion:
The Chili Tortilla Bake is a delicious and easy-to-make casserole that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and can be customized to your liking. With its combination of chili, tortillas, cheese, and toppings, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give the Chili Tortilla Bake a try!
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