This Mexican Chicken Lasagna is a comforting fusion dish that layers tender cooked chicken, sharp cheddar, and jack cheese with a rich, spiced tomato sauce. The addition of a cottage cheese filling adds a unique creamy texture, while cilantro and green chiles provide fresh, zesty notes. It’s a hearty, family-friendly meal that brings together the best of Tex-Mex flavors in a warm, baked casserole. Perfect for dinner parties or cozy weeknight suppers, this recipe offers a satisfying depth of flavor with every bite, combining aromatic spices like cumin and chili powder with savory vegetables. ItâÂÂs an easy way to elevate standard leftovers into something special.
Mexican Chicken Lasagna
Description
This Mexican Chicken Lasagna is a comforting fusion dish that layers tender cooked chicken, sharp cheddar, and jack cheese with a rich, spiced tomato sauce. The addition of a cottage cheese filling adds a unique creamy texture, while cilantro and green chiles provide fresh, zesty notes. It&# 226;ÂÂs a hearty, family-friendly meal that brings together the best of Tex-Mex flavors in a warm, baked casserole. Perfect for dinner parties or cozy weeknight suppers, this recipe offers a satisfying depth of flavor with every bite, combining aromatic spices like cumin and chili powder with savory vegetables. ItâÂÂs an easy way to elevate standard leftovers into something special.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 375ðF (190ðC).
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Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions until al dente; drain and set aside.
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In a small bowl, combine 1 pint small curd cottage cheese, 2 eggs, 1/3 cup chopped cilantro, and 3-4 tablespoons diced canned green chiles to make the cheese filling.
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Heat vegetable oil in a wide skillet over medium heat.
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Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper; sauté until onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in condensed tomato soup, enchilada sauce, salt, pepper, chili powder, and ground cumin.
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Reduce heat and simmer the sauce, uncovered, stirring often until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.
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Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread a thin layer of the sauce on the bottom.
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Arrange half of the cooked lasagna noodles in an even layer over the sauce.
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Spread half of the cottage cheese filling over the noodles, then top with half of the remaining sauce.
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Distribute half of the cooked chicken pieces over the sauce, then layer with half of the sliced cheddar and jack cheeses.
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Repeat the layers with the remaining noodles, cheese filling, sauce, chicken, and sliced cheeses, ending with the cheese on top.
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Bake uncovered for 35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbly.
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Let the lasagna stand for 5 minutes before slicing into squares to allow it to set.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 86.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7.6g12%
- Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2.3mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 4.6g2%
- Dietary Fiber 1.1g5%
- Sugars 2.1g
- Protein 0.6g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Ensure chicken is fully cooked and shredded or diced into bite-sized pieces before layering.
For a smoother cheese layer, you can blend the cottage cheese mixture briefly before spreading.
Cover with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking if the top cheese begins to brown too quickly.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350ðF until warmed through.
