**Chilaquiles con Pollo y Queso: A Flavorful Fusion of Mexican Flavors**
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with a tantalizing dish that seamlessly blends crispy tortilla strips, tender chicken, and a delectable cheese sauce. This versatile recipe, known as Chilaquiles con Pollo y Queso, offers a captivating combination of textures and tastes that will leave you craving for more.
The soul of this dish lies in its carefully crafted sauce, which brings together the richness of tomatillos, the smokiness of chipotle peppers, and the savory essence of chicken broth. Each bite of the crispy tortilla strips, generously coated in this flavorful sauce, promises an explosion of taste that dances on your palate.
Complementing the crispy tortilla strips and the delectable sauce is tender, juicy chicken, perfectly cooked to retain its succulent texture. The chicken adds a protein-packed dimension to the dish, making it a satisfying meal that nourishes both your body and soul.
To elevate the flavors even further, a generous sprinkling of cheese adds a creamy, gooey goodness that harmonizes perfectly with the other ingredients. The melted cheese not only enhances the taste but also creates an irresistible visual appeal that will tempt your taste buds and leave you wanting more.
Whether you're looking for a hearty breakfast, a delightful brunch, or a satisfying lunch, Chilaquiles con Pollo y Queso is sure to hit the spot. Its vibrant colors, enticing aromas, and captivating flavors make it a dish that will become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
**Additional Recipe Variations:**
1. **Chilaquiles Rojos:** For those who prefer a classic red sauce, this variation utilizes dried chiles, tomatoes, and spices to create a rich and flavorful sauce that coats the tortilla strips.
2. **Chilaquiles Verdes:** A refreshing twist on the traditional recipe, Chilaquiles Verdes features a vibrant green sauce made from tomatillos, green chiles, and cilantro. The result is a tangy, herbaceous sauce that complements the crispy tortilla strips beautifully.
3. **Chilaquiles con Carne Asada:** This variation incorporates tender, flavorful carne asada, grilled to perfection and then shredded or sliced. The combination of crispy tortilla strips, savory carne asada, and the delectable sauce creates a hearty and satisfying meal.
4. **Chilaquiles con Chorizo:** If you're a fan of spicy chorizo, this variation is sure to tantalize your taste buds. The smoky, spicy chorizo adds a delightful kick to the dish, creating a perfect balance of flavors.
5. **Chilaquiles Vegetarianos:** For a meatless option, Chilaquiles Vegetarianos offers a delicious combination of sautéed vegetables, such as bell peppers, onions, and zucchini, along with black beans or corn. The result is a colorful, flavorful vegetarian dish that is both satisfying and nutritious.
AUTHENTIC CHILAQUILES ROJOS (RED CHILAQUILES) RECIPE
Make the popular Chilaquiles Rojos usually served at breakfast but are perfect for any meal of the day. You can add shredded chicken or just top it with a fried egg for the ultimate experience!
Provided by Ana Frias
Categories Breakfast & Brunch Main Dish
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small or medium saucepan, add two cups of water, chiles, tomatoes, onion & garlic. Over medium-high heat, bring the water to a soft boil, then lower heat to medium-low. Cook for 7 minutes or until tomatoes are soft.
- In a blender, add one cup of the cooking water, the chiles, tomatoes, onion, garlic plus all of the spices. Puree for one or two minutes until everything is pureed well.
- Note: Reserve the remaining of the cooking water for now in case the sauce becomes too thick
- Add one tablespoon oil to a saucepan/skillet and heat over medium heat. Add the tomato/chile puree (careful, it will sizzle!). Turn the heat to low, and simmer, stirring often, for about 5 minutes, until the sauce darkens and thickens a little bit.
- Taste and adjust salt & pepper.
- While the sauce is cooking, fry or bake the tortillas
- In the saucepan where the sauce is cooking, stir in the tortilla chips, and fold until the tortilla is coated with the sauce. Remove from heat.
- Serve immediately so that the tortillas chips don't become too soggy. They will soften up fast!
- Drizzle with crema, sprinkle the cheese, and sliced avocado on the top.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 plate, Calories 298 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 268 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 12 g
CHILAQUILES CON POLLO Y QUESO:
Chilaquiles are tortillas cut into strips, fried, and cooked in either a red or green sauce. Literally meaning "poor man's food", chilaquiles were undoubtedly invented as a way of using up leftover tortillas. They have evolved into a very versatile dish, with some rather sophisticated variations. The following version uses a red sauce; however a green sauce, such as the one given for Huevos al Albañil, below, is also very good. This is by KAREN HURSH GRABER.
Provided by davinandkennard
Categories Chicken
Time 35m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut the tortillas into strips or wedges. In a large saucepan or cazuela, heat the oil, add the tortilla strips, and fry until crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Place the softened chiles, tomatoes, garlic and onion in a blender and puree until smooth. Pour the mixture into the same saucepan used to fry the tortillas, bring to a boil, lower heat, and cook for about 15 minutes. Add salt to taste.
- Place the tortilla strips in the hot sauce, add the chicken broth and cook until most of the sauce has been absorbed.
- Distribute the shredded cheese and chicken over the chilaquiles. Garnish with onion rings and serve with crema.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 558.1, Fat 33.6, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 50.1, Sodium 340.8, Carbohydrate 48.4, Fiber 9.4, Sugar 3.2, Protein 20
CHILAQUILES CON POLLO: TORTILLA CASSEROLE WITH CHICKEN BREAST
Steps:
- In a medium sauce pan boil the water, add the tomatillos and serrano chiles and let them cook for about 8 minutes. In a blender puree the tomatillos, chiles, garlic, and onions using enough of the tomatillo water to make a sauce consistency. Strain.
- Cut the tortillas in half and then in quarters making 8 triangles from each one. In a medium-size skillet heat the oil, fry the tortillas until crisp and remove from heat.
- In a medium-size skillet saute the chicken breast until done and then slice into 1-inch strips.
- In a medium sauce pan bring the tomatillo salsa to a boil, taste for salt, and season if necessary, add the crispy tortillas and let simmer for about 4 minutes or until the tortillas get soft.
- In a 8 by 8 inch baking dish, place some of the chilaquiles with sauce, add some of the chicken strips, cover with more tortillas then top with the grated cheese. Bake in a preheated 400 degree F. oven until the cheese melts, garnish with the cream, chopped onion, and avocado slices.
Tips:
- To save time, use a rotisserie chicken instead of cooking your own. Just be sure to remove the skin and bones before shredding the meat.
- If you don't have green salsa, you can use your favorite salsa verde instead.
- To make your chilaquiles extra cheesy, add a layer of shredded cheese to the bottom of the casserole dish before adding the tortilla chips.
- For a spicier dish, add a few chopped jalapeños to the salsa.
- Serve chilaquiles with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, and pico de gallo.
Conclusion:
Chilaquiles con pollo y queso is a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With its simple ingredients and bold flavors, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chilaquiles con pollo y queso a try.
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