Our Perfect Zesty Chicken Tortilla Bake
Discover the ultimate comfort food with *Our Perfect Zesty Chicken Tortilla Bake*, a creamy, cheesy, and flavor-packed crowd-pleaser! This easy-to-make casserole layers tender shredded chicken, bold spices like cumin and chili powder, tangy diced tomatoes with green chilies, and melty Mexican cheese, all nestled between soft corn tortillas. Topped with a golden, bubbling layer of cheese and a pop of fresh cilantro and green onions, it’s a fiesta of flavor in every bite. Ready in under an hour, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it with a dollop of sour cream and a side of guacamole for a meal that’s sure to impress! Keywords: zesty chicken tortilla bake, enchilada casserole, Mexican chicken casserole, cheesy chicken bake recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel), drained
- 1 cup red enchilada sauce
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, cream cheese, drained diced tomatoes with green chilies, enchilada sauce, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
Add the shredded chicken to the sauce mixture and stir to coat evenly.
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread a thin layer of the chicken and sauce mixture on the bottom of the dish.
Place a layer of corn tortillas over the sauce. Tear them as needed to fully cover the base.
Spread about a third of the remaining chicken mixture over the tortillas, followed by a layer of shredded Mexican blend cheese.
Repeat the layers (tortillas, chicken mixture, cheese) two more times, finishing with a generous layer of cheese on top.
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 bubbling.
Let the tortilla bake rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with fresh cilantro and green onions, if desired.
Slice into portions and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
588 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.7 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 143 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 1075 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 40.3 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 415 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 426 mg | 9% | |
*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.
