Chicken Roja (pronounced roeha)

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 1

Heartwarming Chicken Roja Recipe with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 chicken breasts
	2 cans cream of mushroom soup
	1 cup sour cream
	1 can Ro-Tel tomatoes ( jalepena peppers & amp ; tomatoes )
	1 dozen corn tortilla
	2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or 2 cups monterey jack cheese
	butter or margarine

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

492

Sugar

Fat

33g

Chicken Roja, also known as roeha, is a classic Mexican dish that is perfect for a family dinner or gathering. A yummy casserole consisting of shredded chicken, creamy mushroom soup, Ro-Tel tomatoes, and shredded cheese. This main dish is full of flavors that are perfect for a winter night's meal. It is a soothing and heartwarming food that quickly becomes a favorite meal for everyone. The casserole is best served hot and ideally with a fresh garden salad or crispy garlic bread.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	Boil chicken breast in a pan until fully cooked, then shred chicken into small pieces.
3.	Combine the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and Ro-Tel tomatoes in a bowl, stirring well.
4.	Lightly grease a baking dish with butter or margarine.
5.	Layer corn tortillas on the bottom of the dish, followed by a layer of chicken, a layer of the mixture, and then a layer of cheese. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used up.
6.	Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until the cheese has melted and is bubbling.
7.	Let the dish cool for 5 minutes before serving.

PROS

Chicken Roja has a creamy and flavorful sauce that is perfect for satisfying your hunger.

It is easy to make, and the ingredients are simple and readily available in most supermarkets.

CONS

This dish may not be suitable for those who prefer a spicy or more tangy taste.

The dish is relatively high in sodium with around 900-1000mg/serving.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish has a good source of proteins from chicken breast and significant vitamins and minerals in the cream of mushroom soup.
It is also a good source of calcium and vitamins, especially vitamin B12, from cheese and sour cream.