Chicken Sopa Casserole

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 12

Creamy and comforting Chicken Sopa Casserole recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cans cream of chicken soup
	1 cooked and boneless chicken , cut into bite size pieces ( reserve some broth . )
	2 cans chopped green chilies
	12 corn tortillas , torn in bite sized pieces
	1 lb grated cheddar cheese
	1 medium chopped onion
	butter

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

466

Sugar

Fat

28g

Chicken Sopa Casserole is a popular Southwestern comfort food and a staple in Tex-Mex cuisine. It is often served at potlucks, family gatherings, and shared meals with friends. The tortillas, cheese, and cream soup make for a creamy and comforting base, while the spicy green chilies and chicken add a kick of flavor to the dish. This recipe is an easy-to-follow way to impress family and guests without breaking the bank. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken or tortillas in your fridge or pantry!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	In a frying pan, sauté onion in butter until translucent.
3.	Add chicken to the pan and cook until browned.
4.	Add green chilies and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
5.	In a separate bowl, mix the cream of chicken soup and reserved chicken broth.
6.	Layer the torn tortillas on the bottom of a baking dish.
7.	Pour half of the chicken mixture over the tortillas.
8.	Sprinkle half of the grated cheddar cheese over the chicken mixture.
9.	Repeat the layers with the remaining tortilla pieces, chicken mixture, and cheddar cheese on top.
10.	Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.

PROS

Chicken Sopa Casserole is an easy-to-make, fuss-free, and delicious meal that can be made ahead of time and reheated for leftovers.

CONS

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

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe has the potential to be a great source of protein and Vitamin C, thanks to the chicken and green chilies.
The corn tortillas add fiber to the dish which can promote a healthy digestive system.
It is also a comforting meal that can uplift your mood and warm you up on a cold day.