Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican holiday that commemorates the Battle of Puebla, in which the Mexican army defeated the French army in 1862. This holiday is celebrated in the United States with parties, parades, and delicious food. One of the most popular dishes served on Cinco de Mayo is a casserole. Casseroles are a great way to feed a crowd, and they can be made ahead of time, which is perfect for busy hosts. There are many different recipes for Cinco de Mayo casseroles, so you can find one that suits your taste. Some popular ingredients include corn, black beans, salsa, and cheese.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
CINCO DE MAYO CASSEROLE
A simple, satisfying main dish that our family enjoys. You can use reduced-fat cheeses and sour cream, but don't use the fat-free choices. Serve with a dollop of sour cream, sliced black olives, more salsa, and warmed tortillas.
Provided by midwestchef
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Transfer ground beef to a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic in the hot oil until onion is translucent, about 10 minutes. Spoon onion mixture over ground beef.
- Mix tomatoes with green chile peppers, salsa, corn, sour cream, 1 cup Cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper into ground beef mixture; top with remaining 2 cups Cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and cheese is melted, about 45 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 527.5 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 123.1 mg, Fat 38.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 21.3 g, Sodium 1171.1 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
CINCO DE MAYO CHICKEN CASSEROLE
When I wasn't able to get to the market for Cinco de Mayo, I came up with this recipe. You can use fresh corn and bell peppers. There is certainly room for improvements, but I was impressed with the flavors. Serve with a great salad with Salsa Ranch dressing.
Provided by ReneeT
Categories Mexican
Time 55m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F Lightly coat a 13x9 in baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl combine cumin, onion powder, paprika, salt, and chili powder. Add chicken and toss to coat. Set aside.
- Heat a 12 inch saute pan over medium high heat and add 2 tbls oil. Saute red onion for 3 minutes. Add corn and bell peppers saute 5 minutes then add garlic. Saute until lightly browned, about 3 minutes more. Remove from pan and set aside.
- In same pan over medium low heat add chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, remaining olive oil, and rice. Saute rice until sauce and oil are absorbed.
- Add chicken broth, cream cheese, sour cream, and salsa. Heat to a simmer then add veggie mix. Cook for 5 minutes or until heat through and the cream cheese is incorporated.
- Prepare corn bread as directed on package. Add 1/4 cup shredded cheese.
- Add chicken to rice mixture and gently stir. Spoon chicken and rice into baking dish and top with remaining cheese. Spoon corn bread mix over the top of the cheese and spread evenly.
- Place in oven for 35 minutes or until corn bread, tested with a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.5, Fat 24, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 81.6, Sodium 1991.8, Carbohydrate 29.7, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 8, Protein 27.9
CINCO DE MAYO CASSEROLE BY INDULGE
A great mexican dish for any occasion. Use whatever level of salsa your tongue can handle. I first learned how to make this when I was about 14 so anyone can do it and it always tastes phenominal!
Provided by Chef_Indulge
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Half fill a 4-5 quart pan with water and bring to a boil over high heat, turn burner off and carefully add the chicken and cover, let stand about 20 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Mix together sour cream and half and half in a bowl until well blended, set aside in fridge.
- Shred the cheddar cheese, set aside.
- Stack the tortills and cut them into 1 inch strips vertically then cut them in half horizontally, set aside.
- Make sure chicken is cooked throughout, if not, return to the pan for 10 more minutes.
- When chicken is done, cut each breast into small bite size pieces.
- Place half the chicken in a 9x13 in baking pan.
- Spoon half the jar of salsa over the chicken.
- Spoon half the sour cream mixture over the chicken, spread around so that the sour cream and salsa coat the chicken and cover the bottom of the pan evenly.
- Sprinkle half the cheddar cheese over the chicken.
- Place the tortilla strips evenly over the chicken.
- Place the remaining chicken on top of the tortillas, then spread remaining salsa and sour cream mixture on top.
- Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese over chicken.
- Top evenly with remaining tortilla strips so that the tortilla strips cover the whole top.
- Cover pan with foil and fold foil around the edges to seal it.
- Bake about 40 minutes.
- Remove from oven, remove the foil and discard, sprinkle Parmesean cheese evenly over the top and place back in the oven for 5 minutes, until cheese is golden.
- Cool 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 493.7, Fat 27.4, SaturatedFat 16.5, Cholesterol 132, Sodium 918.3, Carbohydrate 20.9, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 2.6, Protein 41.1
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling.
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your casserole the best flavor. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
- Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken can easily become dry if it's overcooked. Cook it just until it's cooked through, about 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Use a variety of vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, color, and nutrients to your casserole. Use a variety of vegetables, such as corn, black beans, tomatoes, and peppers.
- Use a flavorful cheese: Cheese is an important ingredient in any casserole. Use a flavorful cheese, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Pepper Jack.
- Season the casserole well: Don't be afraid to season your casserole well. Use a variety of spices, such as chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder.
- Let the casserole rest: Once the casserole is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
Conclusion:
Cinco de Mayo Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With its bold flavors and colorful ingredients, this casserole is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck. So, what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!
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