SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN LASAGNA

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A spicy, cheesy, Mexican flavored dish assembled and baked much like lasagna.

Provided by Mike Steadman

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups chopped, cooked chicken breast meat
2 tablespoons butter
2 large onions
1 teaspoon fresh chopped jalapeno peppers
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups spaghetti sauce
2 cups tomato sauce
½ cup fresh salsa
16 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
16 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
15 (6 inch) corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large skillet, brown shredded chicken in butter or margarine. Add onions, jalapeno peppers, garlic, basil and oregano. Then add the spaghetti sauce, tomato sauce and salsa/picante sauce. Stir all together. Cover skillet and simmer for 10 minutes over low heat.
  • In a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish, place a layer of tortillas, then a layer of the chicken/sauce mixture, then a layer of mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers twice, then top casserole with Cheddar cheese and bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, until cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 902.2 calories, Carbohydrate 55.4 g, Cholesterol 193.5 mg, Fat 47.4 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 64.9 g, SaturatedFat 27.6 g, Sodium 1939.8 mg, Sugar 15.3 g

James Atkins
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This recipe is a must-try for any lasagna lover.


Kamal Nepali
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so delicious.


Malik Tanveer
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This lasagna is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Imran IMO
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's my new go-to lasagna recipe.


Mdminhaj Minhaj
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This is the best lasagna recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Faizullah Solanghi
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I'm not a huge fan of lasagna, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Jainarine Toolsie
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This lasagna is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


refat computer24
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I love the unique flavor of this lasagna. The combination of chicken, black beans, and corn is really something special.


Desirae Allen
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Noxolo Makhanya
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I made this lasagna for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Romey Barbar
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This southwestern chicken lasagna was a hit with my family! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the chicken was so tender and juicy.


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