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Mexican Chicken

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This Mexican main features Tomato puree, Plain yogurt, Green chiles; canned/finely, Chili powder, Coriander; ground. It delivers rich, cheesy flavor, hearty, protein-packed satisfaction. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 809.1
Description
This Mexican main features Tomato puree, Plain yogurt, Green chiles; canned/finely, Chili powder, Coriander; ground. It delivers rich, cheesy flavor, hearty, protein-packed satisfaction. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Tomato puree
  • 1 cup Plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoon Green chiles; canned/finely
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Coriander; ground
  • 2 cup Garlic; minced
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 12 Tortillas
  • 4 cup Chicken; cooked or turkey
  • 1 cup Sapsago cheese; grated
Directions
  1. 1
    Next time you are invited to a pot luck dinner impress your friends with this attractive yet economical casserole.
  2. 2
    Mix together puree, yogurt, green chiles, chili powder, coriander, garlic and onion powder.
  3. 3
    Place tortillas on a rack in a 350~ oven.
  4. 4
    Heat until crisp about 5 to 7 minutes.
  5. 5
    Arrange tortillas in a shallow baking dish.
  6. 6
    Layer chicken and sauce over tortillas.
  7. 7
    Bake in 350~ oven for 25-30 minutes.
  8. 8
    Serve hot.
  9. 9
    Garnish with grated sapsago cheese, if desired.
  10. 10
    This casserole may be frozen before baking.
  11. 11
    To serve, defrost and follow directions

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 809.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31.7g49%
Saturated Fat 9.3g47%
Cholesterol 220.2mg74%
Sodium 262.3mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 46.7g16%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g17%
Sugars 6.0g
Protein 75.4g151%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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