Best 6 Quick Mexicali Chicken Casserole Recipes

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Looking for a quick and easy recipe for a delicious and flavorful Mexican-inspired dish? "Quick Mexicali Chicken Casserole" is a perfect choice! This dish is a versatile and satisfying casserole that combines the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine with the convenience of a one-dish meal.

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

IMPOSSIBLY EASY MEXICALI CHICKEN PIE



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Honorable Mention Bisquick® Recipe Contest 2010! Mix up Mexican fixin's with chicken to create a fiesta of flavors. Recipe submitted by Jackie Colwell.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup chopped or shredded cooked chicken
1 cup frozen corn (from 12-oz bag)
1 can (2 1/4 oz) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
1 tablespoon Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles (from 4.5-oz can)
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (8 oz)
1/2 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
2 eggs
1 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa (from 16-oz jar)
1/2 cup guacamole
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 9-inch glass pie plate or 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix chicken, corn, olives, onion, chiles and cheese. Spoon into pie plate. In medium bowl, mix Bisquick mix, eggs, milk, salt and pepper with whisk until tiny lumps remain. Pour evenly over chicken mixture.
  • Bake 28 to 30 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Serve with salsa, guacamole and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1080 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g

MEXICALI CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Try this delicious Mexican style chicken casserole for a twist on enchiladas. This cheesy baked casserole is full of flavor that all kids will love!

Provided by Courtney Wallace

Number Of Ingredients 12

4.1875 pounds Chicken meat, breast, boneless, skinless, raw ((4 pounds, 3 ounces))
4.1875 pounds Chicken meat, thigh, boneless, skinless, raw ((4 pounds, 3 ounces))
2 each Cream of chicken soup, condensed ((50-ounce cans))
3.25 quarts Milk, 2 percent ((3 quarts, 1 cup))
6 each Tomatoes, mexican-style, canned ((28-ounce cans))
1.28 cups Onions, chopped ((1¼ cups, ½ tablespoon))
1¼ teaspoon Garlic, powder
1¼ teaspoon Cumin
1¼ teaspoon Salt
1¼ teaspoon Pepper, cayenne
4 pounds Tortilla chips, plain
5.25 ounces Cheese, cheddar ((5 pounds, 4 ounces))

Steps:

  • Cook chicken the day before. Chop chicken and store until ready to put casserole together.
  • Mix cream of chicken soup, milk, Mexican style canned tomatoes, chicken and spices together.
  • Carefully add in the tortilla chips and stir. Spread 9 pounds of chicken mixture into each steam table pan.
  • Bake in 325° F convection oven until internal temperature reaches 160° F or approximately 30-45 minutes.
  • As soon as casserole is removed from oven, sprinkle with 1 pound 10 ounces of cheese and put in the hot box to keep warm and melt the cheese.
  • Cut steam pan 5 X 6 or 30 portions per pan.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.75 cups, Calories 312 kcal, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 1395 mg, Fiber 2.8 g

MEXICALI CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Mexicali Chicken Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sean and Janel

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded
1 (11 ounce) can corn, drained
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 cup flour
1/4 cup cornmeal
1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon seasoning salt or 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (I use both)
1 1/2 cups milk
3 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained
1 (2 ounce) jar chopped pimiento, drained

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients in 3 qt casserole or dutch oven.
  • In large bowl combine all dry ingredients and then add milk, margarine and eggs.
  • Stir in onion, chilies and pimento.
  • Pour over chicken mixture.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for about 50-60 minutes.

QUICK MEXICALI CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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This was an "accidental" recipe because I had to come up with something quick for dinner--my family absolutely flipped over it! This yummy, cheesy, gooey, Mexican-inspired chicken casserole is warm and comforting and perfect served with rice. You and your family will love it... try it and let me know what you think!

Provided by Mo

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles (such as RO*TEL® Original), drained
½ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons milk
1 ½ tablespoons taco seasoning mix
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, or more to taste
1 cup crushed tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine soup, diced tomatoes with chiles, sour cream, milk, taco seasoning, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Add chicken and 1/2 of the cheese. Just before baking in the oven, add crushed tortilla chips and combine evenly. Put in a baking dish and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  • Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until hot, bubbly, and cheese is melted, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.4 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Cholesterol 113.6 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 33.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 1036.1 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

QUICK AND EASY MEXICAN CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Oh this is so quick and easy to make. I have also had it with corn tortilias instead of flour (had to cook them a bit longer) Hopefully you enjoy this as much as we do!

Provided by Loves2Teach

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 packet flour tortilla
1 cup Ro-Tel tomatoes and onions
1 fryer chicken
1 cup cream of chicken soup
1 cup cream of mushroom soup
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 lb cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Broil chicken until tender.
  • Remove, reserving broth.
  • Remove skin and ones from chicken and cut into bite sized pieces.
  • Grate Cheese and mash Tomatoes.
  • Combine chicken, Onions, Cheese, Garlic Salt, Chili powder and Tomatoes.
  • Drop tortillas into boiling chicken broth until softened.
  • Line large baking dish with softened tortillas.
  • Add chicken mixture.
  • Pour the 2 cans of soup over the chicken.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes or until bubbly and hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1065.2, Fat 45.8, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 130.7, Sodium 2073.6, Carbohydrate 106, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 5.5, Protein 54.3

MILLION DOLLAR CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Creamy and incredibly savory, it's a casserole that's hard to stop eating. The cottage cheese is the trick to getting such a creamy, melty texture. Using rotisserie chicken is a must for the recipe and helps keep it quick.

Provided by Amanda Stanfield

Categories     Chicken Casserole

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 cup cottage cheese
½ cup sour cream
4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1 ½ teaspoons Creole seasoning
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
5 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 cup finely chopped yellow onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
30 buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®), crushed
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon sliced scallions, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Stir together cream of chicken soup, cottage cheese, sour cream, cream cheese, Creole seasoning, onion powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of the garlic powder in a medium bowl until well blended and smooth. Fold in chicken, chopped onion, and parsley until evenly coated.
  • Stir together crackers, melted butter, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder in a medium bowl.
  • Spoon chicken mixture evenly into an 11x7-inch or 9-inch square baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with mozzarella then cracker mixture.
  • Place on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven until crackers are golden brown and edges are bubbly, about 40 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before serving; garnish with scallions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 102.5 mg, Fat 25.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 33.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 738.3 mg

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Do not overcook the chicken. It should be cooked through but still juicy.
  • Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces before adding it to the casserole.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in the casserole. This will add flavor and texture.
  • Season the casserole to taste. You may want to add more chili powder, cumin, or salt and pepper.
  • Top the casserole with cheese before baking. This will create a golden brown crust.
  • Serve the casserole with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Conclusion:

Chicken casserole is a delicious and easy to make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. With so many different recipes to choose from, you are sure to find one that you will love.

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