Best 8 Mexican Chicken And Poblano Lasagna Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant streets of Mexico with our tantalizing Mexican Chicken and Poblano Lasagna. This delectable dish is a symphony of flavors, textures, and colors, promising an unforgettable dining experience.

This recipe combines the richness of traditional lasagna with the bold and spicy essence of Mexican cuisine. Layers of tender chicken, roasted poblano peppers, and a flavorful sauce made with tomatoes, chiles, and spices create a harmonious balance of flavors.

Cheesy layers of melted mozzarella and Oaxaca cheese add a gooey, stretchy texture that perfectly complements the hearty filling. Topped with a crispy layer of Parmesan cheese, this lasagna is a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

But that's not all! This article also features a collection of other mouthwatering recipes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. From the classic Beef and Cheese Lasagna to the innovative Zucchini and Ricotta Lasagna, we have something for every lasagna lover.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will transport you to the heart of Mexico. Let's get cooking!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN MEXICAN LASAGNA



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Chicken Mexican Lasagna is a delicious meal made with shredded chicken coated in in poblano cream sauce layered between flour tortillas with black beans, corn, salsa, and cheese. It can be prepared in advance​ and is a perfect casserole to give to a friend.

Categories     chicken

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups of Shredded Chicken
one batch of Poblano Cream Sauce
1/2 cup of Cream Cheese, at room temperature
1 cup of Salsa
2 ears of Corn, corn sliced off the cob
about 12 Flour or Corn Tortillas (medium sized)
about 1 cup Refried Beans
2 cups of Cheese (I used a Cheddar Jack mix)
1 (14 ounces) can of Black Beans
Optional garnishes: Sliced Tomatoes and Green Onion

Steps:

  • Heat your oven to 350 degrees. Before we get to the recipe, you can layer your ingredients in any order you like. You can change ingredients and add extra ingredients. Make it your own. Start by combining the chicken, cream cheese, and about 1.5-2 cups of poblano cream sauce. Stir until well mixed. You want the chicken to be well coated without it being too saucy. To start assembling the Mexican Lasagna, you want to place a single layer of tortillas in the bottom of a casserole dish. I used a ceramic dish and did not need to grease it. You want to create the best layer of tortillas that you can and you will likely need to slice tortillas in half or cut the edges off. Next, spread all of the refried beans on top of the tortillas in an even layer. Sprinkle with about 1/2 cup cheese. Then add another layer of tortillas. Pour the salsa over the tortillas and sprinkle half of the raw corn over. Top with another layer of tortillas. Spread half of the chicken mixture over the tortillas to make the next layer. Drizzle some extra poblano cream sauce over the top. Add another layer of tortillas. Drain and rinse the black beans and spread half of them over the tortillas. Sprinkle with about 1/2 cup of cheese and drizzle about 1/2 cup of poblano cream sauce over the top. Add another layer of tortillas. Add the remaining chicken mixture and top with a last layer of tortillas. For the last layer, spread about 1/2 cup of the poblano cream sauce over the top of the tortillas, then sprinkle the remaining corn, black beans, and cheese over the top. Bake for 30-40 minutes, until hot and the cheese has browned. If you are assembling in advance and refrigerating you may need to increase the bake time. If you like, you can garnish with sliced grape tomatoes and green onion.

MEXICAN CHICKEN TORTILLA LASAGNA



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Lasagna goes south of the border in this Mexican lasagna fusion which uses corn tortillas.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
1 pound ground chicken
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles (such as RO*TEL®), halfway drained
½ (1.25 ounce) package reduced-sodium taco seasoning mix
1 (10 ounce) can mild enchilada sauce, divided
5 ounces crumbled queso fresco, divided
¼ cup Mexican crema
1 tablespoon Mexican crema
1 egg
6 each corn tortillas
3 ounces grated Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add ground chicken, stirring and breaking into crumbles until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Pour diced tomatoes with chiles and their liquid into the skillet and add taco seasoning. Stir to incorporate.
  • Combine 8 ounces enchilada sauce, 4 ounces queso fresco, Mexican crema, and egg in a bowl.
  • Pour remaining enchilada sauce into the bottom of an 8x6-inch glass casserole dish. Trim tortillas to have a straight edge if desired. Lay two tortillas in the enchilada sauce in the dish. Place some chicken mixture on top and ladle some enchilada sauce mixture over. Repeat layers. Top with remaining queso fresco and Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake, covered, in the preheated oven for 35 minutes. Uncover and bake for 10 minutes more. Let rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 114.3 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 698.7 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

MEXICAN CHICKEN LASAGNA SALAD (NO PASTA)



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My family loves this recipe. Which I tweaked from a friend of mine she got her recipe from Martha Stewart this is a very easy recipe to follow; and the end result will be amazing. Go ahead and try it you will be making it over and over.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Salads

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 large poblano peppers , i used some from a jar
10 small corn tortillas (6-inch)
1/4 c olive oil
1 c yellow onion, chopped- i used a sweet viadalia diced
3 clove garlic, minced, i used 1 tablespoon minced from a jar
2 Tbsp coarse salt- i used sea salt
2 Tbsp chopped fresh oregano, i used 2 teaspoons dried oregano spice
2 tsp finely chopped chipotles in adobo sauce, i just used a dab
28 oz can whole peeled tomatoes, pureed, i used with juice
1 c heavy cream
3 c poached, shredded chicken breast- i used rotisserie chicken breast
8 oz package shredded monterey jack cheese
10 medium radishes, thinly sliced - 1 bunch
1 medium head romaine lettuce, thinly sliced crosswise
2 Tbsp white wine vinegar, i used 3

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375^. Spray 9x13-inch baking dish with non stick olive oil.Set aside. --- Char poblanos over an open flame until blackened, 5 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl, cover with plastic, and steam 10 minutes.Then peel skins from poblanos, discard stems and seeds and coarsely chop.(skip this if using from a jar like me)
  • 2. Char tortillas over an open flame, turning once, about 15 seconds on each side, and place under a cloth towel to steam and soften.Chop poblanos coarsely from jar now, if using like me.
  • 3. Place 2 Tablespoon of the olive oil in a medium sauté pan over medium-high heat. When oil shimmers, add the onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 3 minute. Add garlic, 1 teaspoon of the salt, oregano, and chipotles to pan and cook, 30 seconds. Add pureed tomatoes and simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens slightly, 6 minutes.
  • 4. Spread 1 cup of tomato sauce mixture in the bottom of the prepared pan. Layer 5 of the tortillas over sauce and cover them with 1/2 the remaining sauce, 1/2 the pablanos, 1/2 the cream, 1/2 the chicken, and 1/2 the cheese. Repeat with a second layer in same order.
  • 5. Cover dish with foil and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and bake until bubbly and golden brown on top about 15 more minutes.
  • 6. In a large bowl, combine radishes, lettuce, vinegar and remaining salt. Toss to combine and serve on top of each lasagna serving. This is SO GOOD!

WEEKNIGHT MEXICAN CHICKEN LASAGNA



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A fabulously easy and delicious take on a favorite - this lasagna is full of Mexican flavors and uses layers of corn tortillas in place of noodles. Easy to adapt and personalize - try adding sauteed veggies, Spanish rice, diced jalapeno, or even switching out the red salsa for green!

Provided by SunnyDaysNora

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
4 cups salsa roja, divided
12 corn tortillas, divided
1 ½ cups refried beans
1 ½ cups corn kernels
3 cups chopped grilled boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 ½ cups shredded Mexican-style cheese blend, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Spread 1/2 cup of salsa on the bottom of the prepared baking dish and cover with a layer of corn tortillas. Tear tortillas to fit any empty spaces and cover entire bottom of pan.
  • Spread tortillas with 1/2 of the refried beans. Top beans with corn kernels, 1 cup of salsa, and 1 cup of Mexican cheese. Add a layer of corn tortillas. Cover tortilla layer with remaining refried beans, chicken, 1 cup of salsa, and 1 cup of Mexican cheese. Add a layer of corn tortillas. Pour remaining salsa over top of tortillas and top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Cholesterol 50.7 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 850.1 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

CORN AND POBLANO LASAGNA



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Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Time 1h55m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
3 cloves garlic, minced, divided
2 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 2 ears), or frozen and thawed
2 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup thinly sliced white onion
1 large zucchini, thinly sliced lengthwise
4 poblano chiles, charred, peeled, stemmed, seeded and cut into 1-inch strips
12 (7 by 3-inch) no-boil lasagna sheets
2 cups shredded Oaxaca cheese, or mozzarella

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a medium, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add 2/3 of the garlic and saute for 1 minute. Mix in the corn and saute for 5 minutes. Stir in the cream and thyme. Cook over medium-low heat for 5 minutes for the flavors to incorporate. Turn off the heat and let cool slightly. Transfer to a blender and puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a small, heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the remaining garlic and cook for 1 minute. Mix in the zucchini and poblano strips and cook for 5 minutes for the flavors to incorporate. Season with salt and pepper. Turn off the heat.
  • Spread about 1/4 of the corn mixture over the bottom of an 11 by 8-inch baking dish. Cover with a layer of 3 lasagna sheets. Spread 1/4 of the poblano mixture and 1/4 of the cheese over the pasta. Repeat the layering 3 more times. Cover with foil.
  • Bake until the pasta is cooked and tender, about 50 minutes. Remove the foil and turn up the oven temperature to broil. Broil until golden brown and bubbly, 8 to 10 minutes. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.

CORN AND POBLANO LASAGNA



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I saw this on The Best Thing I Ever Made show on TV and it looked so good I had to get the recipe! Recipe courtesy Marcela Valladolid who hosts the Mexican Made Easy show. This recipe has some great reviews! If you like it really saucy double the cream sauce(recommended). If poblano peppers are too spicy for you replace them with red or green bell peppers or use Anaheim peppers. Note: super dark green and almost flat poblanos are supposed to have less heat. Not sure if this is true but going to give it a try next time. To cut the fat, I may try using soy milk and adding to a little roux(flour and butter) to thicken it up. One reviewer replaced the cream with vegetable stock. Feel free to add more corn and zucchini or other vegetables to give even more taste and nutrition.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Corn

Time 1h39m

Yield 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
3 garlic cloves, minced, divided
2 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 2 ears- or frozen and thawed)
2 cups half-and-half (or heavy cream)
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup thinly sliced white onion
1 large zucchini, thinly sliced lengthwise
4 poblano chiles, charred, peeled, stemmed, seeded, cut into one inch strips
12 no-boil lasagna sheets (7 x 3-inch)
2 cups shredded oaxaca cheese (or even Monterey Jack) or 2 cups mozzarella cheese (or even Monterey Jack)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a medium, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add 2/3 of the garlic and saute for 1 minute. Mix in the corn and saute for 5 minutes. Stir in the cream and thyme. Cook over medium-low heat for 5 minutes for the flavors to incorporate. Turn off the heat and let cool slightly. Transfer to a blender and puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a small, heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the remaining garlic and cook for 1 minute. Mix in the zucchini and poblano strips(I like to cut in bite size pieces) and cook for 5 minutes for the flavors to incorporate. Season with salt and pepper. Turn off the heat.
  • Spread about 1/4 of the corn mixture over the bottom of an 11 by 8-inch baking dish. Cover with a layer of 3 lasagna sheets. Spread 1/4 of the poblano mixture and 1/4 of the cheese over the pasta. Repeat the layering 3 more times. Cover with foil.
  • Bake until the pasta is cooked and tender, about 50 minutes. Remove the foil and turn up the oven temperature to broil. Broil until golden brown and bubbly, 8 to 10 minutes. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.8, Fat 30.3, SaturatedFat 18.8, Cholesterol 96.4, Sodium 336.8, Carbohydrate 20.1, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 7.9, Protein 15.5

MEXICAN POBLANO, SPINACH, AND BLACK BEAN "LASAGNE" WITH GOAT CHEESE



Mexican Poblano, Spinach, and Black Bean

Categories     Bean     Cheese     Leafy Green     Pepper     Tomato     Fry     Sauté     Vegetarian     Goat Cheese     Spinach     Fall     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

For chiles
12 medium to large fresh poblano chiles (2 1/4 lb)
For tomato sauce
1 (14- to 16-oz) can whole tomatoes including juice
3 large garlic cloves, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
For goat cheese sauce
1 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons dried epazote* (optional)
8 oz soft mild goat cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
For spinach filling
4 (3/4-lb) bunches spinach, coarse stems discarded
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
To assemble dish
3 tablespoons olive oil
6 (6-inch) corn tortillas, halved
1 cup cooked black beans, rinsed and drained if canned
Garnish: toasted pine nuts
Special Equipment
a 2- to 2 1/2-quart shallow flameproof casserole dish (about 2 inches deep; not glass)

Steps:

  • Prepare chiles:
  • Lay 4 chiles on their sides on racks of gas burners and turn flames on high. Roast chiles, turning with tongs, until skins are blackened and chiles are tender, 4 to 6 minutes. (Or broil all 12 chiles on rack of a broiler pan about 2 inches from heat, turning, until skins are blackened, 8 to 10 minutes.) Transfer immediately to a large bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Roast remaining 8 chiles in same manner, then let stand 20 minutes.
  • When cool enough to handle, peel chiles, then open flat and discard seeds and stems, wiping with paper towels or dunking in a bowl of water briefly, if necessary, to remove seeds. If chiles taste very spicy, cut out ribs with scissors to make them milder.
  • Make tomato sauce:
  • Purée tomatoes with juice, garlic, cilantro, sugar, and salt in a blender. Heat oil in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then add sauce (be careful of splattering) and simmer, stirring, until thickened and reduced to about 1 cup, about 6 minutes.
  • Make goat cheese sauce:
  • Gently simmer cream, with epazote if using, in a small heavy saucepan, covered, 10 minutes. If using epazote, pour cream through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing on and discarding epazote. Return cream to pan. Whisk in goat cheese and salt and heat over low heat, whisking until smooth.
  • Make spinach filling:
  • Blanch spinach in batches in a large pot of boiling salted water 1 minute, transferring with a slotted spoon to a large bowl of cold water to cool. Drain in a colander, pressing on spinach with back of a spoon to remove excess water, then coarsely chop.
  • Heat oil in cleaned nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté spinach and raisins, stirring, 2 minutes. Stir in salt and transfer filling to a plate.
  • Fry tortillas and assemble dish:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Heat oil in cleaned nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then fry tortillas 2 halves at a time, turning over once, until just crisp, about 1 minute total. Transfer tortillas to paper towels to drain.
  • Spread 1/4 cup tomato sauce over bottom of casserole dish. Arrange half of tortillas on top, then spread another 1/4 cup tomato sauce on top and sprinkle evenly with black beans. Arrange 4 poblanos flat over black beans to cover, then spread half of spinach filling evenly over chiles and drizzle with 1/4 cup goat cheese sauce. Make another layer with 4 chiles, remaining spinach filling, and another 1/4 cup of goat cheese sauce, then cover with remaining 4 chiles.
  • Cover chiles with remaining tomato sauce, spreading evenly, then top with remaining tortillas. Cover tortillas with remaining goat cheese sauce, spreading evenly.
  • Bake lasagne, covered with foil, in middle of oven until bubbling and heated through, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Preheat broiler. Remove foil and broil about 3 inches from heat until top is bubbling and beginning to brown, about 2 minutes.
  • Available at Latino markets and Kitchen/Market (888-468-4433)

MEXICAN CHICKEN LASAGNA



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Valonda Seward of Hanford, California shares this lively meal that features the full flavors of Southwestern cooking with just a few everyday ingredients. For those rushed for time, leftover or rotisserie chicken work great in this delicious entree.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 garlic clove, minced
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
3 cans (10 ounces each) enchilada sauce
2 large eggs
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
12 no-cook lasagna noodles
4 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook onion in oil over medium heat until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in chicken and enchilada sauce. Bring to a boil. , Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until slightly thickened. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the eggs, ricotta cheese and cilantro., Spread 3/4 cup chicken mixture into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with three noodles, 2/3 cup ricotta mixture, 3/4 cup chicken mixture and 1 cup shredded cheese. Repeat layers twice. Top with remaining noodles, sauce and shredded cheese., Cover and bake at 375° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 22g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 757mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh poblano peppers. If you can't find poblano peppers, you can substitute green bell peppers.
  • To make the lasagna ahead of time, assemble the lasagna and bake it according to the recipe. Then, let it cool completely and refrigerate it for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the lasagna in a 350°F oven until heated through.
  • To freeze the lasagna, assemble the lasagna and bake it according to the recipe. Then, let it cool completely and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Freeze the lasagna for up to 3 months. When you're ready to serve, thaw the lasagna overnight in the refrigerator. Then, reheat the lasagna in a 350°F oven until heated through.
  • Serve the lasagna with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Conclusion:

This Mexican chicken and poblano lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of chicken, poblano peppers, and cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, this lasagna can be made ahead of time or frozen for later, making it a great option for busy families.

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