**Chicken and zucchini unite in this quick yet flavorful Mexicali-inspired dish that will be a hit with the whole family. A unique blend of spices, including paprika, cumin, and chili powder, gives the chicken its distinctive taste. Ready in just 30 minutes, this low-carb, low-calorie meal is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Additionally, we offer two variations: Mexicali Chicken with Rice for those seeking a more substantial meal, and Mexicali Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers for a colorful and creative presentation.**
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MEXICALI CHICKEN CASSEROLE
Try this delicious Mexican style chicken casserole for a twist on enchiladas. This cheesy baked casserole is full of flavor that all kids will love!
Provided by Courtney Wallace
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook chicken the day before. Chop chicken and store until ready to put casserole together.
- Mix cream of chicken soup, milk, Mexican style canned tomatoes, chicken and spices together.
- Carefully add in the tortilla chips and stir. Spread 9 pounds of chicken mixture into each steam table pan.
- Bake in 325° F convection oven until internal temperature reaches 160° F or approximately 30-45 minutes.
- As soon as casserole is removed from oven, sprinkle with 1 pound 10 ounces of cheese and put in the hot box to keep warm and melt the cheese.
- Cut steam pan 5 X 6 or 30 portions per pan.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.75 cups, Calories 312 kcal, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 1395 mg, Fiber 2.8 g
MEXICALI CHICKEN
This recipe has been a family favorite for many years. It's great served with Spanish rice and refried beans. Cilantro may be added to the salsa, if desired. -Avanell Hewitt, North Richland Hills, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the tomato, onion, jalapenos, lime juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Chill until serving., Sprinkle chicken with taco seasoning; set aside. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain., If grilling the chicken, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°., Top with bacon and cheese; cook 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted. Serve with salsa; squeeze lime wedges over top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 532mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MEXICALI CHICKEN
Provided by Food Network
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Brush chicken with olive oil and sprinkle with half of the Mrs. Dash® Extra Spicy Seasoning Blend. Arrange in a baking dish.
- 2. Bake 15 minutes. Turn chicken pieces over and sprinkle with remaining Mrs. Dash® Extra Spicy Seasoning Blend. Bake an additional 10-15 minutes or until cooked through.
- 3. Serve with lime or lemon wedges if desired.
QUICK MEXICALI CHICKEN CASSEROLE
This was an "accidental" recipe because I had to come up with something quick for dinner--my family absolutely flipped over it! This yummy, cheesy, gooey, Mexican-inspired chicken casserole is warm and comforting and perfect served with rice. You and your family will love it... try it and let me know what you think!
Provided by Mo
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Combine soup, diced tomatoes with chiles, sour cream, milk, taco seasoning, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Add chicken and 1/2 of the cheese. Just before baking in the oven, add crushed tortilla chips and combine evenly. Put in a baking dish and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until hot, bubbly, and cheese is melted, about 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.4 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Cholesterol 113.6 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 33.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 1036.1 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
CROCK POT MEXICALI CHICKEN
A good chicken Crock Pot recipe is essential in a recipe box and this is one of the easiest. Six ingredients and you have a delicious shredded chicken that can be used for tacos, served over rice, or just eat it alone (it's that hearty). The chicken just falls apart after being slow cooked. It reminds us of chicken tortilla soup....
Provided by Barbara Perkins
Categories Chicken
Time 3h15m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Spray the Crock Pot with non-stick cooking spray.
- 2. Put in the chicken breasts.
- 3. Sprinkle with cumin (if desired).
- 4. Drain the corn and black beans. Add to Crock Pot.
- 5. Add the salsa to the Crock Pot.
- 6. Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours until chicken is tender.
- 7. Top with cheese and cook for about 20 minutes longer until the cheese is melted.
LOADED MEXICALI CHICKEN
Subscribed to one of those recipe card subscriptions when we first got married--back in 1978. This recipe has been a family favorite for years now. We whip up a batch of long-grain brown rice and use the sauce from the chicken for a "gravy" (Mexican rice!). Leftovers are even BETTER than the first-runs!
Provided by Debber
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h5m
Yield 1 meal, 5-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a hot pan, melt butter and oil; immediately brown chicken on all sides (about 15 minutes total).
- Put rice and water into a covered large casserole pan--microwave for about 45 minutes until soft and plump--check your owner's manual. My microwave has "rice" cycle.
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Mix sauce ingredients--EXCEPT cheese.
- Place chicken in a 13x9-inch pan or a casserole dish, pour sauce over the chicken, then sprinkle with cheese; cover lightly with foil.
- Bake chicken for 35-40 minutes; remove foil, continue baking for 5-10 minutes.
- Serve with rice and use chicken sauce for a gravy.
MEXICALI CHICKEN (SLOW COOKER)
Very easy, yummy, and inexpensive. Found this in the, "Simple 1-2-3 Cookbook." If you want to make the sauce thicker, you can blend 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water until smooth and stir into cooking liquid when the ketchup, cumin, and salt is added. Hope you guys enjoy this one!
Provided by Virginia Cherry Blo
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 8h5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put sliced peppers and onions in slow cooker and top with chicken.
- Sprinkle chili powder and oregano over chicken and add salsa.
- Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours.
- Remove chicken from slow cooker and place in a serving bowl to keep warm.
- Stir ketchup cumin, and salt into mixture in slow cooker. Cook, uncovered, on High 15 minutes or until hot.
- Pour mixture over top of noodles or rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.5, Fat 21.7, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 138.1, Sodium 1526.5, Carbohydrate 23.7, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 13.8, Protein 34.1
MEXICALI CHICKEN CASSEROLE
Make and share this Mexicali Chicken Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sean and Janel
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine first 4 ingredients in 3 qt casserole or dutch oven.
- In large bowl combine all dry ingredients and then add milk, margarine and eggs.
- Stir in onion, chilies and pimento.
- Pour over chicken mixture.
- Bake at 350 degrees for about 50-60 minutes.
Tips:
- Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts: This will make the cooking process quicker and easier.
- Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips: This will help them cook evenly and quickly.
- Marinate the chicken in a flavorful mixture of spices and herbs: This will add depth of flavor to the dish.
- Cook the chicken over medium-high heat: This will help to sear the chicken and prevent it from drying out.
- Serve the chicken with your favorite toppings: Such as cheese, sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.
Conclusion:
Mexicali chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, beans, or tortillas. With its bold flavors and simple preparation, Mexicali chicken is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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