Best 5 Best Chicken Tortilla Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our collection of tantalizing chicken tortilla casserole recipes. These delectable dishes combine tender chicken, flavorful tortillas, and a symphony of zesty seasonings, resulting in a mouthwatering casserole that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you crave a classic recipe or a unique twist, our diverse selection of casseroles will satisfy your cravings. From the traditional chicken tortilla casserole with its creamy sauce and gooey cheese to the innovative sweet potato chicken tortilla casserole with its surprising blend of flavors, each recipe offers a distinct culinary adventure. Prepare to embark on a taste sensation with our comprehensive guide to chicken tortilla casseroles.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN TORTILLA CASSEROLE



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The best healthy chicken tortilla casserole from scratch! This easy layered casserole is loaded with cheese, veggies, and juicy chicken.

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts*
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion (chopped)
1 medium green bell pepper (cored and chopped)
1 medium red bell pepper (cored and chopped)
1 medium jalapeno (cored and diced)
2 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 can tomato sauce ((28 ounces))
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
3 tablespoons jalapeno hot sauce (such as Tabasco, plus additional for serving)
18 (6-inch) corn tortillas
2 cups freshly grated Monterey Jack cheese ((8 ounces))
Optional for serving: (salsa, sliced avocados, lime juice, plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream), chopped fresh cilantro)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a 9x13-inch casserole dish with baking spray.
  • If needed, cook and shred chicken according to these easy steps.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high, then add the onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and jalapeno. Saute until the veggies are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the tomato sauce, chicken stock, and jalapeno hot sauce, then stir to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 12 minutes.
  • To assemble the casserole, spread a thin layer of the sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Arrange 6 tortillas on top to cover the sauce, overlapping as needed.
  • Top with 1/3 of the chicken and 1/2 cup of cheese.
  • Spread 1/3 of the remaining sauce over the top, then repeat the process twice more.
  • Finish by sprinkling the last 1/2 cup of the cheese over the top then cover the pan with foil.
  • Bake for 35 minutes. Remove the foil, return the pan to the oven, then bake for 10 additional minutes, until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted. Let rest 5 minutes. Serve hot with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 6), without toppings, Calories 526 kcal, Carbohydrate 49 g, Protein 42 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0.01 g, Cholesterol 108 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 8 g

CHICKEN TORTILLA CASSEROLE



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I started making this delicious dish about 15 years ago, after my husband and I were married.- Pamela Hoekstra, Hudsonville, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
10 flour tortillas (6 inches), torn into bite-size pieces
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 cup salsa

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring the broth, onion and celery to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Place in a large bowl; add chicken, tortillas, soup, chilies, 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese and pepper., Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Top with salsa and remaining cheeses. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456 calories, Fat 21g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 1323mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

CHICKEN TORTILLA CASSEROLE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt
Chicken Gravy, recipe follows
1 cup canned green chiles, chopped and drained
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Cooking spray
Twenty-four 6-inch corn tortillas
3 cups shredded Cheddar
6 tablespoons butter
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup milk
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Add the chicken to a large stockpot, cover with water and add a large pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 30 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside to cool. When cool enough to handle, shred the chicken and set aside. Reserve 3 1/3 cups of the broth (1 cup is for the chicken gravy, supplement with boxed stock if you don't have enough.)
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 13- by 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In a large saucepan, combine 2 1/3 cups of the reserved broth, the Chicken Gravy, green chiles, onions, garlic, sour cream, cumin, salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat.
  • Spread 1 cup of the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Arrange a layer of 6 tortillas over the mixture, and then top with 1 cup shredded chicken and 1/2 cup of the Cheddar. Repeat this layer three more times, ending with cheese. Spread any remaining mixture over the cheese. Make sure all of the tortillas are covered or they will get very hard during baking. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan and whisk in the flour to make a roux. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture bubbles and the flour turns light brown in color. Gradually whisk in the stock and milk and continue to stir while cooking over medium heat. When the mixture thickens, after about 5 minutes, whisk in some salt and pepper.

CHICKEN TORTILLA CASSEROLE



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Wonderful - and easy, easy, EASY!

Provided by Erin Clifton

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups cooked, boneless and skinless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
4 tablespoons chicken stock
9 (6 inch) corn tortillas, cut into strips
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 cup milk
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
1 onion, shredded
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix soups, milk, salsa, and onion.
  • Put 3 to 4 tablespoons of chicken stock in a 9 x 13 inch baking dish. Add a layer of tortilla strips, and then a layer of chicken. Pour soup mixture over chicken and tortillas. Continue to layer in this order until dish is full. Top with cheese. Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours.
  • Bake at 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.6 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 66.1 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 1082.8 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

GREEN CHILE CHICKEN TORTILLA CASSEROLE



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This hearty chicken tortilla casserole has tons of green chile flavor -- without being too hot -- and makes a delicious weeknight dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 can (10 1/2 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ green enchilada sauce
1/2 cup milk
2 cans (4.5 oz each) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
18 (6-inch) yellow corn tortillas
3 cups shredded deli rotisserie chicken
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (8 oz)
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup sliced green onions
Sour cream, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 3-quart oval or rectangular baking dish (13x9-inch) with cooking spray.
  • In 8-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until tender. Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in condensed soup, enchilada sauce, milk, green chiles, chili powder, cumin and salt. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
  • Spread 1 cup sauce mixture in bottom of baking dish. Arrange 6 tortillas on top of sauce mixture. Top with 1 cup chicken, 1/2 cup beans, 1/2 cup cheese and 1 cup sauce. Repeat with another layer of 6 tortillas, 1 cup chicken, 1/2 cup beans, 1/2 cup cheese and 1 cup sauce. Top with remaining 6 tortillas, 1 cup chicken, 1/2 cup beans, 1 cup sauce and 1 cup cheese.
  • Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until hot and bubbly on edges (165°F in center). Let stand 20 minutes before serving. Serve with Toppings, as desired.
  • If making ahead to bake and serve at a later date: Line 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with 2 layers of plastic wrap, leaving enough overhang to completely enclose assembled casserole. Allow sauce mixture to cool completely, covered, 30 to 45 minutes in refrigerator before assembling casserole. Assemble casserole in dish; cover with another layer of plastic wrap. Freeze unbaked casserole about 8 hours or until completely frozen. Transfer frozen casserole to labeled 2-gallon resealable freezer plastic bag. Remove air; seal and freeze up to three months. To bake: Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray. Remove plastic wrap from casserole; place in baking dish. Cover tightly with foil; thaw completely in refrigerator, 24 to 48 hours. Heat oven to 350°F. Uncover; bake 45 to 55 minutes or until hot and bubbly on edges (165°F in center). Let stand 20 minutes before serving. Serve with Toppings, as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1220 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of tortillas. This will give your casserole a more complex flavor and texture. You can use corn tortillas, flour tortillas, or even whole wheat tortillas.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Overcooked chicken is dry and tough. Cook it just until it is cooked through, about 10 minutes per side.
  • Use a flavorful salsa. The salsa is what will give your casserole its flavor, so choose one that you like. A medium or hot salsa will give your casserole a nice kick, while a mild salsa will be more mild-flavored.
  • Add your favorite toppings. Once your casserole is baked, you can add your favorite toppings. Some popular options include sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo, and shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

Chicken tortilla casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great dish to take to potlucks and parties. With its combination of chicken, tortillas, salsa, and cheese, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken tortilla casserole a try.

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