Best 7 Southwest Chicken Lasagna Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our exquisite Southwest Chicken Lasagna, a harmonious blend of zesty flavors and comforting textures. This delectable dish features layers of tender chicken, a flavorful blend of spices, creamy cheeses, and a medley of roasted vegetables, all enveloped in a blanket of crispy lasagna noodles. Alongside this main attraction, discover a collection of equally enticing recipes that will elevate your culinary skills. Embark on a flavor-filled adventure with our zesty Salsa Verde, a vibrant accompaniment that adds a burst of freshness to any dish. Experience the smoky allure of our savory Chipotle Crema, a versatile sauce that elevates tacos, burritos, and more. Satisfy your sweet cravings with our indulgent Tres Leches Cake, a moist and milky dessert that will leave you spellbound. Unleash your inner chef and tantalize your taste buds with this symphony of flavors.

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SOUTHWEST CHICKEN QUESO LASAGNA



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Layers of tortilla, shredded chicken, black beans, Ro*Tel, corn and queso will make this Mexican lasagna recipe a family favorite!

Provided by ReadySetEat

Categories     Casserole, Main Dish

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pkg (8 oz each) Velveeta®, cut into cubes
1 can (10 oz each) Ro*Tel® Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, undrained
2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
1 can (15 oz each) Rosarita® Whole Black Beans, drained, rinsed
1 cup Birds Eye® Sweet Kernel Corn
6 flour tortillas (6 inch)
1/4 cup green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°.
  • Combine Velveeta and Ro*Tel in microwaveable bowl. Microwave on HIGH 5 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring after 3 min. Reserve 1/3 cup of mixture.
  • Stir chicken, beans and corn into remaining Velveeta mixture.
  • Spread 1/3 of chicken mixture into 8-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. Top with 2 tortillas, tearing as needed to make fit. Repeat layers 2 times and top with reserved queso. Cover and bake 30 minutes. Remove foil and let stand 5 minutes before cutting. Garnish with green onions and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @id https, Calories 361 calories

SOUTHWESTERN LASAGNA



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I first tasted this lasagna at a church potluck more than 20 years ago. I asked for the recipe and have made it many times since. It's one of our favorites.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (15 ounces) enchilada sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup 4% cottage cheese
1 large egg
1/2 pound Monterey Jack cheese, thinly sliced
8 corn tortillas (8 inches), halved
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown beef and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the enchilada sauce, tomatoes, olives, salt, garlic powder and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. , In a small bowl, combine cottage cheese and egg; set aside. Spread one-third of the meat sauce in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Top with half the Monterey Jack cheese, half the cottage cheese mixture and half the tortillas. Repeat layers, ending with meat sauce. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. , Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 minutes longer or until bubbly and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 970mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

CHICKEN LASAGNA



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Give this good-for-you lasagna a try. It's a great change of pace from the more traditional lasagnas featuring ground beef.-Marilynn Hieronymus, Sedalia, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
3 tablespoons butter, melted
6 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed reduced-fat reduced-sodium cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/3 cup fat-free milk
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
2-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
8 ounces reduced-fat process American cheese, cubed
1-1/2 cups fat-free cottage cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
9 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, saute onion and green pepper in butter until tender. Add mushrooms; cook until tender. Remove from the heat; stir in soup, milk, pimientos and basil. In a bowl, combine the chicken, American cheese, cottage cheese and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese., Spread a fourth of the mushroom sauce in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with 3 noodles, half of the chicken mixture and a fourth of the mushroom sauce. Repeat layers of noodles, chicken and mushroom sauce. Top with the remaining noodles and mushroom sauce., Sprinkle with parsley and remaining Parmesan. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until hot and bubbly. Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 526mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN QUESO LASAGNA



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 lb. (8 oz.) VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 can (10 oz.) RO*TEL Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, undrained
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 can (15.5 oz.) black beans, rinsed
1 cup frozen corn
6 flour tortillas (6 inch)
2 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Microwave VELVEETA and tomatoes in large microwaveable bowl on HIGH 5 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring after 3 min.
  • Remove 1/3 cup VELVEETA sauce; reserve for later use. Add chicken, beans and corn to remaining sauce; mix well.
  • Spread 1/3 of the chicken mixture onto bottom of 8-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; top with 2 tortillas. Repeat layers twice. Top with reserved VELVEETA sauce; cover.
  • Bake 30 min. or until heated through. Remove from oven.
  • Sprinkle with onions. Let stand 5 min. before cutting to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 870 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 12 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 18 g

SOUTHWEST LASAGNA



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Give an Italian pasta favorite new appeal with black beans, mild chiles, taco seasoning, and other south-of-the-border ingredients.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

9 uncooked lasagna noodles
1 lb extra-lean (at least 90%) ground beef
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ 40% Less-Sodium Taco Seasoning Mix
3/4 cup water
1 container (15 oz) ricotta cheese
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
2 eggs
1 jar (26 to 28 oz) tomato pasta sauce
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained, rinsed
1 box (9 oz) frozen corn, thawed
2 teaspoons ground cumin
3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (12 oz)

Steps:

  • Place cookie sheet or foil in oven on rack below middle oven rack; heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Cook lasagna noodles as directed on package; drain. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain well.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in taco seasoning mix and water. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes or until thickened.
  • In small bowl, mix ricotta cheese, chiles and eggs.
  • Stir pasta sauce, beans, corn and cumin into beef mixture. Cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated.
  • To assemble lasagna, arrange 3 cooked noodles in bottom of baking dish. Spoon and spread 1/3 of ricotta mixture over noodles; top with 1/3 each of beef mixture and cheese. Repeat layers 2 more times, reserving last 1/3 of cheese.
  • Place baking dish on middle oven rack; bake 25 minutes. Sprinkle with reserved cheese; bake 15 to 25 minutes longer or until lasagna is bubbly and cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 840 mg, Sugar 3 g

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN LASAGNA



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 package (16 oz.) lasagna noodles
2 eggs
24 oz small curd cottage cheese
Chopped parsley (optional)
Black pepper
Margarine or oil, to coat bottom of skillet
1 cup chopped onions
1/2 red pepper, chopped
1/2 green pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cans (15 oz. each) tomato sauce
1 can (10 oz.) enchilada sauce
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 small can green chili peppers, chopped
Jalapeno peppers (just enough to give a zip, chopped)
4 - 6 chicken breasts, cooked and cut up into bite-sized pieces
8 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese
8 oz shredded mozzarella or Monterey jack cheese
Red or yellow pepper rings, sliced thin (optional)

Steps:

  • 1) Make lasagna noodles as directed and drain and set aside. Make cottage cheese mixture by stirring together the eggs, cottage cheese, parsley and black pepper. Set aside. To make the chicken mixture: In a large skillet, put a little margarine or oil to coat bottom. Then add onions, red and green peppers, and garlic and cook and stir over medium heat until tender. Stir in the tomato sauce, enchilada sauce, chili powder, cumin, black pepper, green chiles, and jalapenos. Bring to a boil, and then reduce the heat. Simmer, uncovered, for about 10 to 15 minutes, stirring frequently. Put on low and cover and add the chicken to it. Stir and allow the flavors to come together. Do this for about another 15 - 20 minutes. Turn off heat and let sit.
  • 2) Lightly spray a 13 x 9 baking or cake pan. To assemble the lasagna, place a little of the sauce on the bottom to coat the pan. Then place about 4 or 5 lasagna noodles down first. Then spread half of the cottage cheese mixture over the noodles. Top with about half of the chicken/sauce mixture, and cover with each of the cheeses separately. Repeat with noodles, remaining cottage cheese mixture, and chicken/sauce, then more cheese. Leave just enough sauce and cheese to cover the third and final layer of noodles. So you put the remaining noodles on top with a coating of sauce and remainder of cheese. Then place the thin slices of red, yellow, or green pepper for garnish.
  • 3) The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees F. Bake about 50 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand 10 - 15 minutes before cutting and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN LASAGNA - OAMC



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Another recipe from my catering biz, it's a big hit at weddings. Requested frequently. You'll find with my recipes a plethora of chicken recipes, my husband has a very high iron content and can't eat anything except for chicken and turkey. Hope you like this one, it's made to serve 16, 1.5 cup servings.

Provided by ColoradoCookin

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 1/2 cup, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

noodles
2 (10 ounce) packages lasagna noodles
cottage cheese, mixture
4 eggs
6 cups fat-free cottage cheese
2/3 cup chopped parsley
6 tablespoons canned diced green chili peppers
lasagna noodle
2 cups chopped onions (I use dry)
2 sweet red peppers, chopped (green is fine also)
4 garlic cloves, minced (4 tsp. canned)
4 (10 3/4 ounce) cans condensed tomato soup
2 (10 ounce) cans enchilada sauce
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
8 cups cooked chicken breasts, torn into bite-size pieces (you can use canned)
3 cups finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups finely shredded monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to directions, drain and set aside.
  • For the cottage cheese mixture, mix all ingredients and set aside.
  • To make the lasagna: Lightly spray a dutch oven with cooking spray, add onions, peppers and garlic. Cook and stir until tender.
  • Stir in the soup, enchilada sauce, chili powder, cumin and black pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring often.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Lightly spray 2 13x9 pans, with no stick spray.
  • To assemble, cover bottom with lasagna noodles, 1/4 of cottage cheese next, then 1/4 of sauce mix, 2 cups of chicken and 1/4 each of cheddar and Monterey jack cheeses. Repeat with next layer.
  • Cover pan with foil; repeat with second pan, cover that pan with foil also.
  • Place both pans in the oven and bake for 55 minutes. Let stand 20 minutes before cutting and placing in containers, and or serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 150.3, Sodium 951, Carbohydrate 44.3, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 10.2, Protein 47.2

Tips:

  • To ensure your lasagna is cooked evenly, preheat your oven to the correct temperature before baking. This will help the lasagna cook evenly throughout.
  • Use a variety of cheeses in your lasagna to create a rich and flavorful dish. Some good options include mozzarella, ricotta, Parmesan, and cheddar.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients in your lasagna. You can add vegetables, meats, or even seafood to create a unique and delicious dish.
  • If you're short on time, you can use a pre-made lasagna noodle kit. This will save you time and effort, and still allow you to create a delicious lasagna.
  • Let your lasagna rest for a few minutes before cutting and serving. This will help the lasagna hold its shape and prevent it from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Southwest chicken lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and flavorful spices, this lasagna is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe is sure to impress.

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