Mexican Chicken-Turkey Lasagna

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 13
Mexican Chicken-Turkey Lasagna - A Spicy and Cheesy Delight
in Mexican

Prep

30 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 packages cream cheese
1 medium onion , chopped
8 green onions , chopped
2 packages grated Mexican blend cheese
2 garlic cloves , minced
3/4 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon cilantro
3 cups cooked chicken or 3 cups cooked turkey
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
4 ounces monterey jack cheese
8 ounces sour cream
1 can chopped green chilies
1/8 teaspoon thyme
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
12 flour tortillas

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
569
Sugar
4g
Fat
40g
Mexican Chicken-Turkey Lasagna is a spin on the classic Italian lasagna with a Mexican twist. This dish is a great alternative for those who love the flavors of Mexican cuisine. It can be served with a side of salad or avocado cream to balance the flavors. The combination of cream cheese, sour cream, and Mexican blend cheese creates a rich and comforting flavor that will satisfy your taste buds. The dish is perfect for family dinners or potlucks, as it can be prepared ahead of time and reheated in the oven.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
3.Add cumin, cilantro, thyme, salt, and pepper, and cook for another minute.
4.Stir in chicken/turkey, green onions, green chilies, sour cream, and cream cheese until well blended.
5.In a separate saucepan, prepare the sauce by whisking together butter, flour, and chicken broth over medium-high heat until thickened.
6.Grease a large baking dish and place 6 tortillas to cover the bottom.
7.Spread half the chicken/turkey mixture over the tortillas, followed by half the sauce.
8.Repeat with another layer of tortillas, chicken/turkey mixture, and sauce.
9.Top with Mexican blend cheese and monterey jack cheese.
10.Bake for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly and golden.

PROS

This dish is full of flavor and spice, making it a satisfying and hearty meal.

The combination of cream cheese and sour cream adds a creamy richness.

It can be a great way to use leftover chicken or turkey.

CONS

This dish can be high in sodium due to the use of canned ingredients such as green chilies and chicken broth.

It is also high in fat due to the cream cheese and Mexican blend cheese.

It may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being high in fat and sodium, this dish can still be nutritious.
Chicken/turkey is a great source of lean protein.
Some of the ingredients such as cumin and cilantro have anti-inflammatory properties and may boost immunity.
However, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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