Mexican Chicken Lasagna
Transform your dinner routine with this bold and flavorful Mexican Chicken Lasagna, a creative twist on classic comfort food. Layered with tender shredded chicken spiced with taco seasoning, creamy refried beans, melty Mexican cheese, and tangy salsa, this dish combines the best of Mexican and Italian cuisines in every bite. Corn tortillas replace traditional pasta, making it naturally gluten-free and irresistibly satisfying. Quick to prep in just 20 minutes and baked to bubbly perfection, this crowd-pleasing casserole is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Top it with sour cream and fresh cilantro for a creamy, zesty finish, and serve it up in hearty slices everyone will love. Looking for an easy, delicious dinner idea? This Mexican Chicken Lasagna is your new go-to recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Shredded cooked chicken
- 2 cups Salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
- 1 can Refried beans
- 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning
- 12 pieces Corn tortillas
- 3 cups Shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Chopped cilantro (optional)
- 1 can Diced green chiles (optional)
- 1 as needed Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
In a medium bowl, mix the shredded chicken with salsa and taco seasoning. If using green chiles, stir them in as well.
Warm the refried beans slightly in the microwave or on the stovetop to make them easier to spread.
Place 4 corn tortillas on the bottom of the prepared baking dish, overlapping as needed to cover the entire surface.
Spread 1/3 of the refried beans over the tortillas, followed by 1/3 of the chicken mixture, and then sprinkle 1/3 of the shredded cheese on top.
Repeat the layers two more times: tortillas, refried beans, chicken, and cheese.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the lasagna cool for 5-10 minutes. Spread sour cream over the top and garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired.
Cut into squares and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
603 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.3 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.6 g | 83% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 139 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 1242 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 45.9 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 547 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 801 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
