Layered Mexican Casserole (For Microwave)
Recipe: #5157
April 11, 2012
Categories: Casseroles, Chicken, Mexican, Game/Sports Day, No Eggs, Mexican Chicken, Mexican Casseroles, more
"A great summer recipe cause you don't have to turn on your oven to make this"
Original is 6 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (407 g)
- Calories 609.8
- Total Fat - 31.4 g
- Saturated Fat - 10.7 g
- Cholesterol - 479.1 mg
- Sodium - 2567.8 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 48.4 g
- Dietary Fiber - 5.9 g
- Sugars - 12.6 g
- Protein - 38.8 g
- Calcium - 566 mg
- Iron - 10.3 mg
- Vitamin C - 9.1 mg
- Thiamin - 0.3 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
In medium microwave safe bowl, cook onion and garlic in olive oil on HIGH for 2-3 minutes until tender. Stir in frozen chicken, black beans and salsa. (If freezing, cool onion and garlic mixture before adding frozen chicken.)
Step 2
In 2 quart glass baking dish, pour taco sauce. Lay four corn tortillas over sauce. Top with half of chicken mixture. Spoon on half of sour cream in small dollops. Sprinkle with half of cheese. Top with remaining tortillas, chicken mixture, sour cream and cheese.
Step 3
Bake at 350 degrees (preheated oven) for 25-35 minutes until bubbly. Uncover and bake 5-10 minutes longer until cheese is melted.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Use spicy salsa to give the casserole a kick.
- Make sure to use fully cooked diced chicken for a more flavorful casserole.
- Instead of frozen diced chicken, substitute cooked and shredded chicken. This substitution will provide a more tender texture and help the chicken blend better with the other ingredients.
- Instead of taco sauce, substitute enchilada sauce. This substitution will add more flavor to the dish and give it a more authentic Mexican taste.
Vegetarian Variation Substitute the diced chicken with 1 (15 ounce) can of sweet corn, drained, and 1 (15 ounce) can of black beans, drained and rinsed.
Taco Variation Substitute the diced chicken with 2 cups cooked ground beef, and add 1 (1.25 ounce) package of taco seasoning. Serve with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheese.
Mexican Street Corn Salad - This delicious and flavorful side dish is the perfect accompaniment to the Layered Mexican Casserole. It is made with sweet corn, creamy mayonnaise, tangy lime juice, and spicy chili powder. The combination of flavors adds a unique twist to the casserole, making it even more delicious!
Chipotle Chicken Enchiladas: These enchiladas are packed with flavor from the chipotle peppers and topped with a creamy sauce. They pair perfectly with the Mexican Street Corn Salad and Layered Mexican Casserole, creating a delicious and unique meal. The smoky flavor of the chipotle peppers balances the sweetness of the corn and the creaminess of the casserole for a truly unforgettable meal.
FAQ
Q: How long does it take to make this casserole?
A: It takes about 25-35 minutes to bake at 350 degrees (preheated oven). Uncover and bake an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted.
Q: What type of cheese is used in this casserole?
A: This casserole typically uses shredded cheddar cheese, but you can use any type of cheese you prefer.
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Fun facts:
The traditional Mexican casserole dish, known as Chilaquiles, dates back to the Aztec Empire and was a popular dish among the Aztec people.
The famous chef and television personality, Rachel Ray, has her own version of a Mexican casserole recipe, which includes ingredients such as black beans, corn tortillas, and salsa.