Indulge in a guilt-free Mexican fiesta with our Healthified Chicken Tortilla Casserole recipe. This wholesome casserole combines tender chicken, a medley of colorful veggies, and a flavorful blend of spices, all wrapped in a symphony of soft tortillas. Each bite offers a fiesta of textures and flavors, while the reduced-fat ingredients ensure a lighter and healthier indulgence.
Accompanying this main course are two tantalizing recipes: a refreshing Pico de Gallo and a creamy Guacamole. The Pico de Gallo bursts with the vibrant flavors of diced tomatoes, crisp onions, zesty lime juice, and a hint of cilantro, providing a delightful contrast to the casserole's richness. The Guacamole, crafted with ripe avocados, tangy lime, and a touch of garlic, adds a luscious creaminess that perfectly complements the casserole's savory notes.
These recipes are not just delicious but also incredibly versatile. The Healthified Chicken Tortilla Casserole can be tailored to your dietary preferences, making it a perfect choice for those with gluten-free, low-carb, or dairy-free restrictions. The Pico de Gallo and Guacamole are equally adaptable, serving as vibrant accompaniments to tacos, nachos, or grilled meats. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that satisfies your cravings without compromising your health goals.
SKINNY CHICKEN TORTILLA CASSEROLE
For anyone looking for an easy, satisfying dinner that's low on ingredients and effort, this casserole, packed with Southwest flavor, fits the bill!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix soup, chiles, sour cream and milk until blended. Stir in chicken, tortillas and bell pepper. Stir in tomato and 1 cup of the cheese. Spoon and spread mixture in baking dish.
- Cover with foil. Bake 40 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Bake uncovered 5 to 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and mixture is bubbly. Let stand 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 530 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
SPICY CHICKEN-TORTILLA CHIP CASSEROLE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Position a rack in the upper third of the oven; preheat to 400 degrees F. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the scallions and garlic and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle in the flour, cumin, oregano and cayenne and stir until coated. Add the chicken broth and heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in the salsa and remove from the heat. Stir in the chicken, white beans and 1 cup cilantro.
- Butter a 3-quart baking dish. Spread one-third of the crushed tortilla chips in the bottom. Top with half of the chicken mixture. Spread another layer of tortilla chips on top and sprinkle with half of the cheese. Top with the remaining chicken mixture, tortilla chips and cheese. Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and bake until lightly browned and bubbling, about 10 minutes. Top with more cilantro.
CHICKEN TORTILLA CASSEROLE
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories main-dish
Time 1h45m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
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
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
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
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 12 to 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 32
Steps:
- Cook the rice according to the package directions. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil and add the tomatoes, garlic and onions. Stir and cook for a minute or 2. Add 2 teaspoons of the chili powder, 1 teaspoon of the paprika and 1 teaspoon of the cumin. Stir and cook the mixture for another minute or 2 in order to release the flavors. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Add the chicken along with the remaining 2 teaspoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon cumin and some salt and pepper and cook until the chicken is deep golden brown and done in the middle, 4 to 5 minutes. Add 1 cup water and stir to make a sauce. Allow the sauce to boil until reduced by half, about 2 minutes. Stir in the pinto and kidney beans and set aside.
- To assemble, pour half of the jar of salsa verde (about a cup) in the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch casserole dish or disposable foil baking pan. Layer half of the tortillas on top of the salsa verde, overlapping the edges. Spoon the rice over the tortillas, spread the tomato mixture over the rice then sprinkle the corn over the tomatoes. Next, add the chicken and bean mixture, then sprinkle on half the cheese and pour over half the Enchilada Sauce. Next, add the remaining tortillas in a layer, pour on the rest of the salsa verde and Enchilada Sauce and sprinkle on the rest of the cheese.
- Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking until hot and bubbly, 15 to 20 minutes. Allow the casserole to sit for a few minutes before serving up to ensure it holds together. Serve with sour cream and cilantro for topping.
- Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the peppers, onions and garlic and cook until soft, about 2 minutes. Add the chili powder, cumin, cayenne, bouillon cube and some salt and pepper and cook until the spices darken and their flavors are released, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle in the flour, stir to combine and cook it for another minute. Add the stock and stir to combine, then allow the liquid to thicken. Add the tomato sauce and 1 1/2 cups water and bring to a boil. Cook until the sauce is nice and thick and reduced by about a third, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Allow the sauce to cool slightly, then use an immersion blender to completely puree the sauce until smooth. (Alternatively, you can transfer it to a blender to puree it; just make sure the sauce is cooled, as blending hot liquids is dangerous!)
- The sauce will keep in the refrigerator for up to a week and can also be frozen! Just reheat the sauce in a saucepan or skillet for whatever recipe calls for it.
EASY CHICKEN TORTILLA CASSEROLE
My roomate in college used to make this all the time. She got the recipe from her mom. My husband requests this all the time. It is so easy and delicious...leftovers are always better the next day...if there are any!
Provided by LuckyMe
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Grease 13x9inch pan.
- Fill bottom of pan with chicken.
- Next layer- tortillas.
- Then layer onions.
- Mix soup and rotel together & pour mixture evenly over the top.
- Then top with cheese.
- Bake at 350 for 30 minute or until melted through.
- (*hint*I usually add a few chunks of cheese throughout the layers. Just a personal preference, because we love cheese).
CHICKEN TORTILLA CASSEROLE
Wonderful - and easy, easy, EASY!
Provided by Erin Clifton
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
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
CHICKEN TORTILLA CASSEROLE
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
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.
Tips
- To save time, use a pre-cooked rotisserie chicken or shredded chicken from the deli.
- For a healthier version, use whole-wheat tortillas and low-fat cheese.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the casserole, such as bell peppers, onions, or zucchini.
- To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and then refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Serve the casserole with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.
Conclusion
This Healthified Chicken Tortilla Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, making it a healthier choice than traditional chicken tortilla casseroles. With a few simple substitutions, you can make this casserole even healthier without sacrificing taste. So next time you are looking for a quick and healthy meal, give this Healthified Chicken Tortilla Casserole a try.
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