Best 9 Layered Chicken Tortilla Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our layered chicken tortilla casserole, a harmonious blend of zesty Mexican flavors and comforting textures. Layers of tender chicken, gooey cheese, crisp tortillas, and a flavorful sauce create a symphony of taste in every bite. This crowd-pleasing dish is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a breeze to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or potluck gatherings. Discover a collection of recipes within this article, ranging from a classic chicken tortilla casserole to variations featuring black beans, corn, and even a vegetarian option. Get ready to tantalize your palate and impress your loved ones with this versatile and delicious casserole.

Here are our top 9 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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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

LAYERED CHILE-CHICKEN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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Layers of chicken, tortillas, cheese, beans and enchilada sauce create a dig-in favorite. Check out the do-ahead tip.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups diced cooked chicken
3 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese blend (12 oz)
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles, undrained
3/4 cup sour cream
1 package (11 oz) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 tortillas; 8 inch)
1 can (16 oz) Old El Paso™ refried beans
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ enchilada sauce
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 medium tomato, chopped (3/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix chicken, 1 1/2 cups of the cheese, the chiles and sour cream.
  • Layer 3 tortillas in baking dish, overlapping as necessary and placing slightly up sides of dish (cut third tortilla in half). Spread about half of the beans over tortillas. Top with about half of the chicken mixture and half of the enchilada sauce. Layer with 3 more tortillas and remaining beans and chicken mixture. Place remaining 2 tortillas over chicken mixture, overlapping slightly (do not place up sides of dish). Pour remaining enchilada sauce over top. Sprinkle with remaining 1 1/2 cups cheese.
  • Cover baking dish with foil. Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until bubbly and thoroughly heated. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes before cutting. Garnish casserole or individual servings with onions, lettuce and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 3 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 980 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

CHICKEN TORTILLA BAKE



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Mother frequently made this comforting chicken tortilla casserole when I was growing up. Our family would scrape the pan clean. Chicken, cheese and zippy green chiles are a mouthwatering mix.-Jerri Moror, Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups shredded cooked chicken
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles
1 cup chicken broth
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 small onion, finely chopped
12 corn tortillas, warmed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Sour cream and green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, chiles, broth, soups and onion; set aside. Layer half of the tortillas in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, cutting to fit pan if desired. Top with half of the chicken mixture and half of the cheese. Repeat layers. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°. If desired, serve with sour cream and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 1007mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

CHICKEN TORTILLA CASSEROLE



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

Provided by Lori Bailey

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut up
1 can diced green chilis
1 small onion, diced
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can cream of chicken soup
1/4 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
8 flour tortillas
sour cream
salsa

Steps:

  • Brown chicken, set aside.
  • Saute onions in butter until transparent.
  • Mix soup, milk and spices.
  • Starting with flour tortillas, layer ingredients (tortillas, soup mixture, chicken, onions, chilies, then cheese. Repeat layers, ending with cheese) in a round 2 qt size casserole dish -- I have tried it in a square pan and it does not come out as well.
  • Bake at 350 oven for 45 minutes.
  • Serve with salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.7, Fat 27.2, SaturatedFat 14.2, Cholesterol 113.2, Sodium 1061.2, Carbohydrate 26.8, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.9, Protein 35.2

CHICKEN TORTILLA CASSEROLE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 to 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 32

1 1/2 cups rice
4 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups diced tomatoes (5 to 7 tomatoes, depending on size)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 large onion, diced
4 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons cumin
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 15-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
One 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
One 16-ounce jar salsa verde
12 to 18 flour tortillas (or corn tortillas), depending on size
One 11-ounce can corn, drained
1 1/2 pounds grated Cheddar jack cheese
1 recipe Enchilada Sauce, recipe follows, or 2 cups store-bought red enchilada sauce
Sour cream, for serving
Chopped fresh cilantro, for serving
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped red bell peppers
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 beef, chicken or tomato bouillon cube
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 cup chicken stock
One 15-ounce can tomato sauce

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.

MEXICAN TORTILLA-LAYERED CASSEROLE



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This recipe is converted from one my mom used to make called Santa Fe Chicken. All my friends ask for Mexican Lasagna when they come over. It's one of my favorites and it is delicious, especially if you like tacos.

Provided by charliegirl928

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 inches corn tortillas
1 lb ground turkey (or 1 lb ground beef)
1 (15 ounce) can sweet whole kernel corn, drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) jar salsa, medium heat
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning (or you can throw in your own seasonings for a bit of personal preference, ie cumin, chili pepper fla)
1 (8 ounce) package sour cream
1 (8 ounce) package Mexican blend cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 350 degrees.
  • Grease a 13 x 9 in pan.
  • Lay 6 corn tortillas so they cover the bottom of the pan.
  • In a large skillet, brown the turkey over medium-high heat and drain any grease off.
  • Reduce to medium heat.
  • Mix in salsa, black beans, corn, and taco seasoning. Stir continually.
  • When all is mixed thoroughly, put 1/2 of meat mixture on top of the tortillas in the pan.
  • Add 6 dollops of sour cream on top of meat mixture in pan. Spread as evenly as possible.
  • Lay another 6 tortillas over sour cream layer.
  • Add remaining meat mixture.
  • Add 6 more dollops of sour cream. Spread evenly.
  • Use entire pkg of shredded cheese on top of all layers.
  • Cover pan with lid or aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Uncover pan and bake for another 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483.5, Fat 26.2, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 112.7, Sodium 1185, Carbohydrate 34.7, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 7.7, Protein 31.6

LAYERED TORTILLA CASSEROLE



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I can remember how many times I have made this recipe and it always is a pleaser. Serve with rice or just as is with a small salad.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

nonstick cooking spray
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups prepared salsa
12 corn tortillas
1 1/2 cups shredded monterey jack pepper cheese, divided use
1 (7 ounce) can diced mild green chilies, undrained, divided use
4 eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1 (8 3/4 ounce) can creamed corn
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano or 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
chopped cilantro
prepared salsa

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Spray 9-by-13-inch baking pan with nonstick spray; set aside.
  • Heat oil in medium skillet on medium-high heat.
  • Add onion and garlic; cook until onion is softened.
  • Remove from heat and stir in salsa.
  • Place 6 tortillas in bottom of baking dish.
  • Top with half cheese and half canned chilies.
  • Top with onion-garlic-salsa mixture.
  • Cut remaining 6 tortillas into fourths and place on top.
  • Place remaining cheese and chilies on top.
  • In large bowl, whisk eggs, buttermilk, corn, salt, pepper, oregano and cumin.
  • Pour over top of casserole.
  • Using fork, lift and jiggle some of the top layer of tortillas, so some egg mixture drizzles down.
  • Bake in preheated oven 45 to 50 minutes or until top is set and browned.
  • Let rest 15 minutes.
  • If desired, garnish with fresh cilantro and tomato salsa.

EASY LAYERED CHICKEN TORTILLA



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This recipe is very simple and the heat is easily adjusted to taste by using mild-hot salsa. It is a family favourite and is a great meal served with a green salad.

Provided by Kate in Ontario

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups cooked chicken, diced
1 cup shredded tex-mex cheese
1/2 cup diced onion
2 cups sour cream, low fat works fine
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained
1 teaspoon Tex-Mex seasoning
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa, you choose the heat
3 large tortillas, I like using salsa flavoured wraps
1/2-1 cup shredded tex-mex cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • In large bowl stir together chicken, cheese, onion, sour cream, green chilies and seasoning.
  • Spray a 10-inch quiche or pie plate with no stick spray.
  • Pour 1 C salsa in dish.
  • Place tortilla inside dish making sure bottom of wrap is uniformly coated with salsa.
  • Spread half of chicken mix on top of tortilla.
  • Top with another tortilla.
  • Add remaining chicken mix.
  • Top with another tortilla.
  • Spread top with another 1/2 C salsa or more if needed to cover.
  • Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 C cheese.
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes or until bubbly.
  • Let stand 5 minutes.
  • Cut into wedges and serve with additional salsa.

Tips:

  • For a creamier casserole, use sour cream or Greek yogurt instead of salsa.
  • To add more flavor, use a can of diced green chiles or a jar of roasted red peppers.
  • If you like your casserole spicy, add a teaspoon of chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • Top the casserole with shredded cheese before baking for a golden brown crust.
  • Serve the casserole with your favorite toppings, such as guacamole, sour cream, salsa, or pico de gallo.

Conclusion:

This layered chicken tortilla casserole is an easy and delicious meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is packed with flavor and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like it mild or spicy, creamy or tangy, this casserole is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this layered chicken tortilla casserole a try!

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