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TACO FIESTA CHICKEN LASAGNA



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Make and share this Taco Fiesta Chicken Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 9h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, undrained
1/2 cup thick & chunky salsa
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
1/2 cup sour cream
12 uncooked lasagna noodles
3 cups shredded colby-monterey jack cheese
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives, if desired
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Spray 15x12 inch sheet of foil and 13x9 inch glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix tomatoes, salsa and chicken. In medium bowl, mix refried beans and sour cream.
  • Spread about 1 1/4 cups chicken mixture in bottom of baking dish. Top with 4 uncooked noodles, breaking to fit if necessary. Spread with half of bean mixture and 1 1/2 cups chicken mixture. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the cheese, and hald of the onions and olives.
  • Repeat noodle, bean, chicken and cheese layers once. Top with remaining 4 noodles, chicken, onions, olives and cheese. (Be sure top noodles are covered.) Cover with foil; refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
  • Heat oven to 350*. Bake covered lasagna 50 minutes. Uncover baking dish; bake 18 to 22 minutes longer or until bubbly and thoroughly heated. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.Sprinkle with cilantro. If desired, garnish each serving with sour cream, chopped tomato and shredded lettuce.
  • NOTE: If you don't have the tomatoes with green chiles, use a 4.5 oz can of chopped green chiles and plain canned diced tomatoes instead.

TACO FIESTA CHICKEN LASAGNA



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Mexico meets Italy, with south-of-the-border favorites like refried beans, taco sauce, and cilantro appearing in a cross-cultural chicken lasagna.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 9h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (14 1/2-oz.) cans diced tomatoes with zesty mild green chiles, undrained
1/4 cup taco sauce
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 (16-oz.) can Old El Paso™ Refried Beans
1/2 cup sour cream
12 uncooked lasagna noodles
12 oz. (3 cups) shredded colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives, if desired
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Spray 15x12-inch sheet of foil and 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In large bowl, combine tomatoes and taco sauce; mix well. Stir in chicken. In medium bowl, combine refried beans and sour cream; mix well.
  • Spread about 1 cup chicken mixture in bottom of sprayed baking dish. Top with 4 uncooked noodles, breaking to fit if necessary. Spread with half of bean mixture and 1 1/2 cups chicken mixture. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the cheese, half of the onions and half of the olives.
  • Layer 4 more noodles, remaining bean mixture, 1 1/2 cups chicken mixture and 1 cup cheese. Top with remaining 4 noodles, chicken mixture, onions, olives and cheese. (Be sure top noodles are covered.) Cover with foil, sprayed side down. Refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Bake covered lasagna for 50 minutes. Uncover baking dish; bake an additional 18 to 22 minutes or until bubbly and thoroughly heated. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with cilantro. If desired, garnish each serving with dollop of sour cream, chopped tomato and shredded lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 750 mg, Sugar 5 g

TACO FIESTA CHICKEN LASAGNA



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This has mild flavors that my kids really like. Could easily be spiced up to suit your taste. Adapted from a Pillsbury recipe

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h42m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, undrained
1/4 cup taco sauce
1/4-1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2-1 teaspoon dried oregano
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
1/2 cup sour cream
2 cloves minced garlic
12 uncooked lasagna noodles
3 cups shredded colby-monterey jack cheese
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green olives (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, mix together the tomatoes and taco sauce.
  • Add in the cumin, oregano, and chicken; stir to combine.
  • In a smaller bowl, add the refried beans, sour cream, and garlic; stir to combine.
  • Spread 1 cup chicken mixture into a 13x9 inch glass baking dish that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Top with 4 uncooked lasagna noodles.
  • Spread half of the bean mixture over the noodles; then spread 1 1/2 cup chicken mixture over bean mixture.
  • Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese and half the onions and olives.
  • Layer 4 more lasagna noodles, remaining bean mixture, 1 1/2 cup chicken mixture and 1 cup cheese.
  • Top with 4 noodles, remaining chicken mixture, onions, and olives, then remaining cheese (make sure noodles are covered).
  • Cover with foil that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray (sprayed side down).
  • Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Bake covered lasagna for 50 minutes.
  • Uncover; bake 18-22 more minutes or until bubbly and heated.
  • Let stand 10-15 minutes before serving.
  • Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.3, Fat 20.7, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 88, Sodium 910.6, Carbohydrate 41, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 1.9, Protein 32.5

FIESTA LASAGNA



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Loaded with Mexican-style ingredients, this filling lasagna is sure to please the whole gang, whether you make it for your family or take it to a potluck. Every bite is delicious! -Karen Ann Bland, Gove City, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
1 can (16 ounces) mild chili beans, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican stewed tomatoes, drained
1 cup salsa
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1-1/4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1-1/4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup 4% cottage cheese
1-1/4 cups sour cream, divided
9 lasagna noodles, cooked, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the beans, tomatoes, salsa, chilies and seasonings. , In a large bowl, combine Monterey Jack and mozzarella cheeses; set aside 1 cup. Stir cottage cheese and 3/4 cup sour cream into remaining cheese mixture. , Spread 1 cup meat sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with three noodles, and a third of the cottage cheese mixture and meat sauce. Repeat layers twice (dish will be full). , Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour. Uncover; spread with remaining sour cream. Sprinkle with reserved cheeses. Bake 10-12 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 838mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

FIESTA TACO LASAGNA



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Make and share this Fiesta Taco Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Juenessa

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lean ground beef
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 (11 ounce) can mexicorn, yellow corn with red and green peppers, drained
1/2 cup water
1 (8 ounce) container soft chive & onion cream cheese
3 cups shredded monterey jack and cheddar cheese blend, divided
4 1/2 cups salsa
9 no-boil lasagna noodles
sour cream
chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring until it crumbles and is no longer pink; drain and return to skillet.
  • Stir in taco seasoning, corn, and 1/2 cup water.
  • Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until thickened.
  • Add cream cheese, stirring until melted.
  • Remove from heat, and stir in 1 1/2 cups Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese.
  • Spread 1 cup salsa evenly in a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish.
  • Layer with 3 lasagna noodles (noodles should not touch each other or sides of dish), 2 cups ground beef mixture, and 3/4 cup salsa.
  • Repeat layers using 3 lasagna noodles, remaining ground beef mixture, and 3/4 cup salsa.
  • Top with remaining 3 noodles and 2 cups salsa, covering noodles completely.
  • Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1 1/2 cups Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese.
  • Bake, covered, at 375° for 30 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake 10 to 15 more minutes or until cheese is melted and edges are lightly browned.
  • Let stand 5 minutes.
  • Serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.9, Fat 28.7, SaturatedFat 15.9, Cholesterol 105.8, Sodium 1722.9, Carbohydrate 20.1, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 6.4, Protein 26.6

TACO FIESTA CHICKEN LASAGNA



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Categories     Chicken     Bake

Yield servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (14 1/2-oz.) cans diced tomatoes with zesty mild green chiles, undrained
1/4 cup taco sauce
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 (16-oz.) can Old El Paso® Refried Beans
1/2 cup sour cream
12 uncooked lasagna noodles
12 oz. (3 cups) shredded colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives, if desired
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • 1. Spray 15x12-inch sheet of foil and 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In large bowl, combine tomatoes and taco sauce; mix well. Stir in chicken. In medium bowl, combine refried beans and sour cream; mix well. 2. Spread about 1 cup chicken mixture in bottom of sprayed baking dish. Top with 4 uncooked noodles, breaking to fit if necessary. Spread with half of bean mixture and 1 1/2 cups chicken mixture. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the cheese, half of the onions and half of the olives. 3. Layer 4 more noodles, remaining bean mixture, 1 1/2 cups chicken mixture and 1 cup cheese. Top with remaining 4 noodles, chicken mixture, onions, olives and cheese. (Be sure top noodles are covered.) Cover with foil, sprayed side down. Refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight. 4. Heat oven to 350°F. Bake covered lasagna for 50 minutes. Uncover baking dish; bake an additional 18 to 22 minutes or until bubbly and thoroughly heated. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with cilantro. If desired, garnish each serving with dollop of sour cream, chopped tomato and shredded lettuce.

FIESTA MEXICAN LASAGNA



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Make and share this Fiesta Mexican Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by barbacious

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef
1 onion, chopped
10 ounces tomatoes and green chilies
8 ounces tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
12 ounces colby-monterey jack cheese, shredded
flour tortilla

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Coat a baking dish with non stick spray.
  • Brown ground beef and onion. Drain.
  • Add tomatoes and green chilies, tomato sauce, cumin,salt and pepper. Simmer 15 minutes.
  • In a small bowl combine sour cream and cream cheese.
  • Spread cream cheese mixture on top of the 3 tortillas.
  • Layer in the baking dish tortilla, meat mixture then cheese. Repeat 2 more times.
  • Bake 30 minutes.
  • This can be garnished with diced tomato,chopped green onions, shredded lettuce, black olives or guacamole. I didn't use any garnishes and it was very good.

FIESTA CHICKEN LASAGNA



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Six-ingredient lasagna with a southwest flavor can be in the oven in record time. Check out the do-ahead tip.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 jars (16 oz each) Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
9 uncooked lasagna noodles
1 package (9 oz) frozen cooked Southwest-seasoned chicken breast strips, thawed
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (12 oz)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, spread 1/4 cup of the salsa. Layer with 3 noodles and 1/3 each of the chicken, beans, cilantro, salsa and cheese. Repeat layers twice with remaining noodles, chicken, beans, cilantro, salsa and cheese.
  • Cover baking dish with foil. Bake 40 minutes. Uncover; bake 15 to 20 minutes longer or until hot in center. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 6 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1260 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

FIESTA CHICKEN LASAGNA



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Number Of Ingredients 6

9 uncooked noodles (9 ounce)
2 (16-ounce) jars thick and chunky salsa
1 (12-ounce) package frozen grilled chicken breast patties, thawed and cut into 1/2 inch slices
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 cups shredded Monterey Jack-Colby cheese (12 ounces)

Steps:

  • Cook and drain noodles as directed on package. Rinse noodles with cold water drain.Heat oven to 375°. Spread 1/4 cup of the salsa in ungreased rectangular baking dish, 13 9 2 inches. Layer with 3 noodles and one-third each of the chicken, beans, cilantro, salsa and cheese. Repeat 2 times with remaining noodles, chicken, beans, cilantro, salsa and cheese.Cover and bake 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 15 to 20 minutes or until hot in center. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.1 Serving: Calories 375 (Calories from Fat 135) Fat 15g (Saturated 9g) Cholesterol 65mg Sodium 790mg Carbohydrate 38g (Dietary Fiber 6g) Protein 28g% Daily Value: Vitamin A 20% Vitamin C 18% Calcium 40% Iron 18%Diet Exchanges: 2 Starch, 2 1/2 Lean Meat, 2 Vegetable, 1 FatBetty's TipPlan ahead! To make tomorrow's dinner tonight, cover the unbaked lasagna tightly with aluminum foil and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Bake as directed, but keep in mind you may need to bake it a little longer because it went into the oven from the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

FIESTA LASAGNA



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This is a great casserole that the kids love!

Provided by Merriweather Taylor

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb chicken breast, cubed
1 medium bell pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 jar(s) salsa
1 pkg kraft mexican cheese, shredded
1 pkg frozen corn
1 c white rice
1 pkg flour tortillas, about 10
1/4 clove garlic, minced

Steps:

  • 1. Boil 2 cups water and add 1 cup white rice. Simmer for 20 min or until done. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • 2. Add chopped pepper, onion and minced garlic to a large frying pan and sautee in butter. Add cubed chicken breast and simmer until chicken is cooked through.
  • 3. Stir in frozen corn and cook through. Fold in salsa and cooked rice. Stir over low heat until combined. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • 4. Line a 11x16 baking dish with parchment paper. Layer tortillas on paper. Add one half of chicken and rice mixture on top of tortillas. Cover mixture with 1/3 of the shredded cheese. Repeat tortillas, other half of rice mixture and another 1/3 shredded cheese. Finish with remaining tortillas and use last 1/3 shredded cheese to top.
  • 5. Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 350° for about 45 minutes. Remove from oven and cut into squares to serve.

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