Mexican Chicken/Turkey Lasagna
Description:
This mouthwatering Mexican Chicken/Turkey Lasagna recipe, inspired by a delightful find in the “Taste of Home” magazine back in 2000, has undergone a delightful transformation to suit the unique tastes of my family. I’ve even dared to submit my rendition into the NC Turkey Cooking Contest this year, fingers crossed for a win! π This dish is a harmonious fusion of savory flavors with a touch of spice, making it an ideal weeknight treat or a standout dish for festive occasions like Thanksgiving. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with layers of creamy goodness and zesty chicken or turkey, all wrapped up in the comfort of oven-baked tortillas.
Cooking Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Cream Cheese |
| 1 | Onion |
| 8 | Green Onions |
| 2 | Garlic Cloves |
| 2 tsp | Cumin |
| 3/4 cup | Cilantro |
| 1/2 cup | Butter |
| 3 tbsp | Flour |
| 3 cups | Chicken Broth |
| 1 1/2 cups | Monterey Jack Cheese |
| 4 cups | Mexican Cheese Blend |
| 8 oz | Sour Cream |
| 1 can (4 oz) | Green Chilies |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Thyme |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1/4 tsp | Pepper |
| 12 | Flour Tortillas |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 336.8
- Fat Content: 20.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 10.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 71.3mg
- Sodium Content: 486.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 21.5g
- Fiber Content: 1.6g
- Sugar Content: 3g
- Protein Content: 16.4g
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
- Grease a 13×9-inch baking pan.
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Prepare the Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, diced onions, 1 1/2 cups of Mexican cheese blend, minced garlic cloves, 1/4 teaspoon of cumin, and chopped cilantro.
- Stir in the cooked chicken or turkey until well combined. Set aside.
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Make the Cheese Sauce:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Stir in the flour until smooth, then gradually add the chicken broth, stirring constantly.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and cook, stirring, for about 2 minutes or until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in the Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, diced green chilies, thyme, salt, pepper, and the remaining cumin. Set aside.
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Layer the Lasagna:
- Spread 1/2 cup of the cheese sauce evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
- Place 6 flour tortillas over the sauce, tearing them if needed to fit the pan.
- Spread 1/3 of the chicken or turkey mixture over the tortillas, followed by 1/4 of the cheese sauce.
- Repeat the layers of tortillas, chicken or turkey, and cheese sauce twice more.
- Finish with a layer of tortillas, the remaining cheese sauce, and sprinkle the remaining Mexican cheese blend on top.
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Bake:
- Cover the pan with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the lasagna stand for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Enjoy your flavorful journey with this Mexican-inspired twist on traditional lasagna! π²π½π½οΈ
