Best 6 Fiesta Smothered Chicken Recipes

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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.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

FIESTA CHICKEN



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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

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2 small tomatoes, chopped
1/3 cup picante sauce
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 to 3 teaspoons chili powder
12 corn tortillas (6 inches), cut into 1-inch strips
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup shredded Colby cheese

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



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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

3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup chopped onion
4 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
6 teaspoons butter, divided
1/4 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

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



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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

1 pkt. TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix
8 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (2 lb.)
1/2 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce

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



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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

1 pound skinless boneless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons Gay Lea Butter
1 pinch Pinch salt
1 pinch Pinch pepper
2 cups shredded Ivanhoe Old Cheddar
⅔ cup Gay Lea Sour Cream
1 cup diced green pepper
⅓ cup salsa
½ cup sliced black olives
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
4 large flour tortillas

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



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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

1 lb chopped chicken
1 onion, diced
1 green pepper, chopped
1 red pepper, chopped
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa (optional)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (14 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn, thawed
12 corn tortillas (6 inch)
1 lb shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1 (4 ounce) can black olives

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



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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

4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup fresh corn
1 cup salsa
4 ounces shredded monterey jack pepper cheese
1/4 cup pickled jalapeno pepper
1/4 cup sour cream

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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