Chicken Mexicala

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 13

Delicious Chicken Mexicala Recipe for a Flavorful Meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 skinless , boneless chicken breast halves - cooked and chopped
	1 cup chopped onion
	1 can chopped green chile peppers
	1 can evaporated milk
	1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
	12 corn tortillas
	1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

412

Sugar

Fat

19g

Chicken Mexicala is a cheesy, creamy casserole that is perfect for a hearty dinner or feeding a crowd. The dish is made up of seasoned chicken, sautéed onions, and spicy green chile peppers all topped with a creamy, melted Cheddar cheese sauce on a bed of tortillas. The dish is baked in the oven to create a deliciously crispy and bubbly finish. These flavors come together to create a dish that is perfect for any occasion.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.	In a large bowl, combine the chicken, onion, and green chile peppers.
3.	In a separate bowl, whisk together the evaporated milk and condensed cream of mushroom soup.
4.	Dip each tortilla, one at a time, into the soup mixture, coating both sides.
5.	Place the coated tortillas into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
6.	Spread the chicken mixture evenly on top of the tortillas.
7.	Top the chicken mixture with any remaining soup mixture.
8.	Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.
9.	Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This dish is packed with flavor and is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

The use of evaporated milk and condensed cream of mushroom soup creates a creamy, rich sauce that pairs perfectly with the spiciness of the green chile peppers.

This dish is also perfect for feeding a crowd and is great for leftovers.

CONS

This dish is fairly high in sodium, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It is also fairly high in calories and fat due to the use of cheese and cream-based soup.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains a good amount of protein from the chicken and some fiber from the onion and green chile peppers.
The green chile peppers are also a good source of vitamin C and can help boost immunity.