CHICKEN CHILAQUILES

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We loved Sylvia's take on this traditional Mexican dish. Using tortilla chips helps to make this a quick and delicious dinner. Salsa verde adds a bit of spice, but you can easily adjust the heat by selecting a milder version. Mixing cream cheese and sour cream with the salsa really adds a tangy bite to the dish. The layers of...

Provided by Sylvia Waldsmith

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 oz plain, salted tortilla chips
1 1/2 c salsa verde or green salsa (plus more for garnish)
3 oz cream cheese, room temperature and cubed
1/3 c sour cream (plus more for garnish)
2 c chicken, cooked and shredded
2 c shredded cheese, you choice of flavor(s)
2 large scallions, white and green parts, thinly sliced on the diagonal

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 1 1/2 quart baking dish or 8" cast iron pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • 2. In a microwave safe bowl, heat salsa verde for 60 seconds. Add cream cheese and stir until mostly melted. Add sour cream and stir well.
  • 3. Layer half of tortilla chips in the bottom of prepared baking dish or pan, pressing down slightly to make an even layer.
  • 4. Spoon half of salsa verde mixture over chips.
  • 5. Spread half of the shredded chicken over salsa verde.
  • 6. Evenly sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over chicken. Repeat layers. Press down gently into the dish.
  • 7. Place in oven for 35 minutes until heated through. Serve garnished with salsa verde, sour cream, and scallions. Serves 4

Bontle Naume
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can easily add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


Christian Self
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These chilaquiles were perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. They were also very affordable to make.


Johnny Employees
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I've never made chilaquiles before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! I will definitely be making this again.


Rosa Ceribo
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These chilaquiles were a bit too dry for my taste. I would add more sauce next time.


mike angatia
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I'm not a fan of cilantro, so I omitted it from the recipe. The chilaquiles were still delicious.


Asamoah Boatengeric
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I made these chilaquiles for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone raved about them.


Geno Branch-Beyince
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These chilaquiles were a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved them. He said they were the best he's ever had.


Shane O'neill
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I've made chilaquiles many times before, but this recipe is by far the best. The sauce is so flavorful and the chicken is so tender.


Kelsey Almedilla Gaffney
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These chilaquiles were easy to make and turned out great! I used rotisserie chicken to save time, and it worked perfectly.


hajimubarez khan
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but these chilaquiles were surprisingly mild. The flavors were well-balanced and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


Md Safi mia
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I made these chilaquiles for a brunch party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


RIP Gaming
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These chilaquiles were a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the sauce had just the right amount of heat. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


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