Salsa Verde Chicken Chilaquiles
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
388 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Salsa Verde Chicken Chilaquiles
Description
Salsa Verde Chicken Chilaquiles consists of layered corn tostadas covered with generous amounts of salsa verde, shredded chicken, and pepper jack cheese. The layers are repeated three times in an oven-safe skillet and baked at 375°F until the cheese is lightly golden and bubbling. The method softens the tostadas while baking, creating a casserole with a blend of textures from crisp edges to tender interiors infused with tangy salsa verde and melty cheese.
The dish features the spicy and tangy profile of salsa verde paired with the richness of pepper jack and the savory chicken. Garnishes like chopped cilantro and diced tomatoes brighten the dish and add fresh herbal and sweet notes.
Chilaquiles are served immediately after baking to retain the best texture. Using cooked rotisserie chicken shortens active preparation time, making this a practical dish for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 12 to 15 corn tostadas or as necessary
- 24 ounces salsa verde or your favorite
- 3 cups chicken use rotisserie chicken to save time, cooked shredded
- 12 ounces pepper jack cheese blend
- cilantro optional for garnishing
- tomato optional for garnishing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F (use convection if you have it) and spray a 10-inch oven-proof skillet with cooking spray.
- To the bottom of the skillet, add 4 to 5 tostadas, enough to completely cover the base of the skillet, breaking them slightly if necessary to get complete coverage (does not have to be perfect).
- Evenly top with one-third of the salsa (8 ounces), one third of the chicken (1 cup), and one-third of the cheese (4 ounces).
- Repeat the layering process twice. Tostadas, salsa, chicken, cheese.
- Bake for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is as lightly golden browned as desired.
- Optionally garnish with cilantro, tomatoes, or your favorite garnishes (read blog post for ideas). Serve immediately. Chilaquiles are best fresh.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 388 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 388kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10g | 59% |
| Cholesterol | 76mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 956mg | 40% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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