Best 6 Fiesta Smothered Chicken Recipes
Fiesta smothered chicken is a crowd-pleasing and versatile dish that is perfect for any occasion. This delectable recipe combines tender chicken, a flavorful sauce, and a cheesy topping to create a mouthwatering meal. The sauce is typically made with a combination of diced tomatoes, chili peppers, and spices, creating a tangy and slightly spicy flavor. The cheese topping adds a creamy and gooey texture that complements the sauce and chicken perfectly. Whether you are entertaining guests or simply looking for a delicious and easy-to-prepare meal, fiesta smothered chicken is sure to satisfy.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
FIESTA CHICKEN
Chili powder and picante sauce add just the right dash to this hearty main dish. It's a snap to assemble since it uses convenience foods. -Teresa Peterson, Kasson, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the soups, tomatoes, picante sauce, green pepper, onion and chili powder. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half of the tortilla strips, chicken, soup mixture and cheese. Repeat layers. , Cover and bake at 350° until bubbly, 40-50 minutes. 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°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 802mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
FIESTA SMOTHERED CHICKEN
Topped with ooey-gooey shredded cheese, this tender skillet chicken looks great and tastes even better. You'll get a kick out of its jalapeno zip. -Teresa Jones, Ashdown, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; set aside., In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute the mushrooms, onion and jalapeno in 2 teaspoons butter until tender. Remove and keep warm., Drain and discard marinade. In the same skillet, cook chicken in remaining butter over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Spoon vegetable mixture over each chicken breast; sprinkle with cheeses. Cover and cook for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 118mg cholesterol, Sodium 488mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein.
FIESTA BARBECUE CHICKEN RECIPE
Throw your taste buds a party when you follow this Fiesta Barbecue Chicken Recipe. Coat chicken in a seasoning mix and BBQ sauce for a super tasty dish.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Heat grill to medium heat.
- Empty seasoning mix into large resealable plastic bag. Add half the chicken; seal bag. Turn bag over several times to evenly coat chicken with seasoning. Remove chicken from bag. Repeat with remaining chicken.
- Grill chicken 3 min. on each side. Brush with barbecue sauce; grill 2 min. on each side or until done (165ºF).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 550 mg, Carbohydrate 9 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 25 g
FIESTA CHICKEN BURRITOS
Saucy, spicy chicken burritos are easy to assemble and quick to bake.
Provided by Gay Lea Foods Co-operative(R)
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Gay Lea Foods Co-operative®
Time 38m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cut chicken into small 1-inch (2.5cm) cubes. In skillet, melt butter over medium high heat and cook chicken for about 8 minutes or until no longer pink inside. Salt and pepper to taste. Pour into large bowl and stir in 1/2 cup (375mL) of the cheese, sour cream, green pepper, salsa, olives, jalapeno, and cilantro.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
- Divide mixture among tortillas: Fold and roll to enclose filling completely; place seam side down in small baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Bake in centre of oven for about 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and tortillas are crispy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 711.4 calories, Carbohydrate 49.6 g, Cholesterol 147.4 mg, Fat 37.1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 45.5 g, SaturatedFat 18.4 g, Sodium 1319.9 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
CHICKEN FIESTA CASSEROLE
This is a recipe that my mom made a lot when we had left over tortillas. I loved it when the tortillas were crunchy and smothered in cheese. :D Posted for Zaar World Tour 05
Provided by Amis227
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- PREHEAT oven to 375°F
- Brown the chicken with the onion and peppers in a large skillet, stirring frequently; drain.
- Stir in salsa, cream of mushroom, tomatoes and corn; bring to boil.
- Place 6 tortillas, overlapping as necessary onto the bottom of a 13x9 baking dish. Spoon the chicken mixture over tortillas; top with 1 cup of the cheese. Top with the remaining 6 tortillas. Cover with foil.
- BAKE 25 to 30 minutes or until heated through.
- Remove from oven; uncover. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- Turn off the oven and replace the dish untils the cheese is melted.
- Serve hot with a salad, chips or cold fruit on the side. Don't forget the sour cream!
- Note: Sometimes Mom would add spices or salsa to the cheese topping. Or Ortega chiles. I loved it when she added some salt & pepper with garlic and the the Ortegas. This is still one of my favorite meals. :D. Especially when we had a fruit salad on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 662.5, Fat 39.9, SaturatedFat 19.4, Cholesterol 113.9, Sodium 1266.7, Carbohydrate 46.2, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 6.4, Protein 33.9
SOUTHWEST SMOTHERED CHICKEN
Make and share this Southwest Smothered Chicken recipe from Food.com.
Provided by weekend cooker
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 35m
Yield 4 meals, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Flatten chicken to 1/2 inch thickness.
- Sprinkle both sides with cumin and cayenne.
- In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until no longer pink.
- Meanwhile combine corn, and salsa, and spoon over chicken.
- Top with cheese and jalapenos.
- Cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.
- Top each with chicken breast, and a dollop of sour cream.
Tips:
- To ensure your chicken is cooked thoroughly, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C).
- Feel free to adjust the amount of green chiles in the sauce to suit your desired level of spiciness.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the green chiles, onion, and garlic by hand. Just be sure to chop them finely so that they blend well into the sauce.
- Serve the smothered chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, tortillas, or salad.
Conclusion:
Fiesta smothered chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of tender chicken, flavorful sauce, and melted cheese is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give this recipe a try!
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