Best Mexican Tortilla Chicken Or Turkey Lasagna Recipes

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MEXICAN CHICKEN/TURKEY LASAGNA



Mexican Chicken/Turkey Lasagna image

This is a recipe that I originally found in "Taste of Home" magazine in 2000. I have changed it a little to fit my families tastes. I have also entered my version in the NC Turkey Cooking Contest this year........Wouldn't it be great if I won?? :-)

Provided by Missy Merrill

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese
1 medium onion, chopped
8 green onions, chopped
2 packages grated Mexican blend cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon cilantro
3 cups cooked chicken or 3 cups cooked turkey
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
4 ounces monterey jack cheese
8 ounces sour cream
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1/8 teaspoon thyme
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
12 flour tortillas

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, onions, 1 1/2 cups Mexian cheese, garlic, 1/4 teaspoons.
  • cumin and cilantro.
  • Stir in chicken, set aside.
  • In a saucepan, melt butter.
  • Stir in flour until smooth, gradually add broth.
  • Bring to a boil; cook& stir for 2 minutes or till thick.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Stir in Monteray Jack cheese, sour cream, green chilies, thyme, salt, pepper and remaining cumin.
  • Spread 1/2 cup of the cheese sauce in a greased 13x9 baking pan.
  • Top with 6 tortillas, (tearing them to fit the pan) 1/3 of the chicken mixture and 1/4 of the cheese sauce.
  • Repeat tortilla, chicken and cheese sauce layers twice.
  • Top with remaining tortillas, cheese sauce and then top with remaining Mexican cheese.
  • Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake 10 minutes more.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.8, Fat 20.6, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 71.3, Sodium 486.7, Carbohydrate 21.5, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3, Protein 16.4

WEEKNIGHT MEXICAN CHICKEN LASAGNA



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A fabulously easy and delicious take on a favorite - this lasagna is full of Mexican flavors and uses layers of corn tortillas in place of noodles. Easy to adapt and personalize - try adding sauteed veggies, Spanish rice, diced jalapeno, or even switching out the red salsa for green!

Provided by SunnyDaysNora

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
4 cups salsa roja, divided
12 corn tortillas, divided
1 ½ cups refried beans
1 ½ cups corn kernels
3 cups chopped grilled boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 ½ cups shredded Mexican-style cheese blend, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Spread 1/2 cup of salsa on the bottom of the prepared baking dish and cover with a layer of corn tortillas. Tear tortillas to fit any empty spaces and cover entire bottom of pan.
  • Spread tortillas with 1/2 of the refried beans. Top beans with corn kernels, 1 cup of salsa, and 1 cup of Mexican cheese. Add a layer of corn tortillas. Cover tortilla layer with remaining refried beans, chicken, 1 cup of salsa, and 1 cup of Mexican cheese. Add a layer of corn tortillas. Pour remaining salsa over top of tortillas and top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Cholesterol 50.7 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 850.1 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

MEXICAN TORTILLA CHICKEN OR TURKEY LASAGNA



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This is quite easy to put together! You can also make this using leftover cooked turkey. You can use as much shredded cheese as desired.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 1/2 cups cooked chicken or 3 1/2 cups cooked turkey, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup diced tomato, drained
1 -2 tablespoon canned green chili, drained and chopped (or use diced tomatoes with green chilies added)
2 teaspoons fresh minced garlic (or use 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
1 teaspoon cumin
black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt
1 (10 ounce) can cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 (10 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce (mild or spicy)
9 (6 inch) corn tortillas
3 cups grated Mexican blend cheese (or to taste, or use grated cheddar cheese)
sour cream
shredded lettuce
salsa

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  • In a saucepan combine the cooked chicken or turkey, black beans, diced tomatoes, green chilies, garlic, cumin, pepper and cayenne; simmer over medium heat for about 15 minutes then season with salt to taste.
  • In another saucepan combine both soups and the enchilada sauce; cook stirring for about 15 minutes or until heated through.
  • Spoon 1/3 of the soup/enchilada mixture into bottom of the baking dish.
  • Top with three tortillas, then spoon HALF of the chicken mixture on top of the tortillas, then spoon 1/3 of the soup/enchilada mixture over the chicken mixture.
  • Sprinkle with about 1 cup shredded cheese.
  • Top with another 3 tortillas.
  • Repeat the layers once, with remaining chicken mixture, then soup/enchilada sauce, then about 1 cup shredded cheese, then ending up with the tortillas on top.
  • Sprinkle with 1-2 cups shredded cheese.
  • Cover loosley with foil (make certain that the cheese does not touch the foil or it will stick to the foil).
  • Bake for about 35 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake for another 10-15 minutes.
  • Serve with shredded lettuce, sour cream and salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 646.4, Fat 33.1, SaturatedFat 15.8, Cholesterol 134.3, Sodium 1632.5, Carbohydrate 43.7, Fiber 7.7, Sugar 5.9, Protein 44.1

CORN TORTILLA CHICKEN LASAGNA



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This Southwest-style lasagna will satisfy a hungry crowd. It can be "stretched" with extra beans, and it's super-easy to put together. People love it! -Susan Seymar, Valatie, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 casseroles (12 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 9

36 corn tortillas (6 inches)
6 cups shredded or cubed cooked chicken breast
2 cans (one 28 ounces, one 16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
3 jars (16 ounces each) salsa
3 cups sour cream
3 large green peppers, chopped
3 cans (3.8 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained
3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In each of two greased 13x9-in. baking dishes, arrange six tortillas. Layer each with 1 cup chicken, 2/3 cup kidney beans, 1 cup salsa, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/2 cup green pepper, about 1/3 cup olives, 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese. Repeat layers twice. , Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 600mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

CHEESY CHICKEN-TORTILLA LASAGNA



Cheesy Chicken-Tortilla Lasagna image

Southwest ranch veggie dip adds creaminess and spice to a mouth-watering Mexican casserole.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ enchilada sauce
2 cups chopped plum (Roma) tomatoes (about 4 medium)
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
8 medium green onions, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 cup Southwest ranch veggie dip (from 16-oz container)
8 corn tortillas (6 inch), cut in half
1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (6 oz)
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Spread 2 tablespoons of the enchilada sauce in bottom of baking dish.
  • In medium bowl, mix tomatoes, chicken, onions and beans. In another medium bowl, mix remaining enchilada sauce and the veggie dip until well blended.
  • Arrange 8 tortilla pieces over sauce in dish, overlapping as necessary. Spoon half of the chicken mixture over tortillas; sprinkle with 1/2 cup of the cheese. Spoon half of the sauce mixture over cheese. Repeat layers once, reserving 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Cover with foil. Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until hot. Sprinkle with reserved 1/2 cup cheese. Bake uncovered about 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with olives and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 7 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 620 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

MEXICAN LASAGNA LITE



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This is a lower-fat version of a popular Tex-Mex style casserole. You can increase or decrease the number of tortillas used in order to fit your tray. I'm obviously using low- and no-fat ingredients which can be substituted successfully with full fat versions with great results. If needed, this can all be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated to store. Hope you enjoy!

Provided by Katherine Howley

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound 99%-lean ground turkey
1 envelope taco seasoning mix
¾ cup water
12 corn tortillas
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles, drained
2 (10 ounce) cans enchilada sauce, divided
1 (8 ounce) carton nonfat sour cream, divided
1 (16 ounce) can nonfat spicy refried beans, divided
1 (8 ounce) package shredded low-fat Mexican cheese blend, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Brown ground turkey in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks, about 10 minutes. Stir in taco seasoning mix and water, bring the mixture to a boil, and reduce heat to low. Simmer turkey mixture until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in chopped green chilies and remove from heat.
  • Spread a scant 2/3 cup enchilada sauce evenly over the bottom of an 8x10-inch baking dish; top sauce with 4 tortillas, overlapping if necessary. Spread tortillas with half the sour cream, half the refried beans, half the turkey mixture, and 1/3 the cheese blend. Top with another 2/3 cup enchilada sauce and 4 more tortillas. Firmly press down on tortillas to compact the layers beneath.
  • Repeat layers, spreading remaining sour cream, refried beans, turkey mixture, 1/3 the cheese blend and 2/3 cup enchilada sauce onto tortillas. Top with remaining 4 tortillas; press down as before. Finish layering casserole with remaining 2/3 cup enchilada sauce and remaining 1/3 the cheese blend.
  • Bake casserole uncovered in the preheated oven until the cheese topping is melted and bubbling and casserole is hot, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.9 calories, Carbohydrate 50.4 g, Cholesterol 79.8 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1751.1 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

TURKEY ENCHILADA LASAGNA



Turkey Enchilada Lasagna image

Everyone will devour this layered southwestern casserole when you bring it to the table. It boasts familiar enchilada flavors in every mouthwatering bite. Feel free to use ground beef in place of the ground turkey if you'd like. -Julie Cackler, West Des Moines, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground turkey
1 large onion, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
6 whole wheat flour tortillas (8 inches)
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
Optional: Salsa and sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet, cook turkey, onion and peppers over medium-high heat until turkey is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes, breaking turkey into crumbles. Stir in cream cheese and chili powder., Pour enchilada sauce into a shallow bowl. Dip tortillas in sauce to coat. Place 2 tortillas in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; spread with half the turkey mixture. Sprinkle with 1/3 cup cheese. Repeat layers. Top with remaining tortillas and cheese., Bake, uncovered, until heated through and cheese is melted, 20-25 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. If desired, serve with salsa and sour cream. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked lasagna. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 400°. Bake lasagna as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 697mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SMOTHERED MEXICAN LASAGNA



Smothered Mexican Lasagna image

Great tasting and easy Mexican lasagna. Tastes like it was hard work.

Provided by Brenda Britten

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ pounds ground turkey
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
2 cups water
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chile peppers, undrained
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
2 eggs
8 (10 inch) flour tortillas
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
¼ cup salsa

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place ground turkey in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Stir in green onions, taco seasoning mix, water, diced tomatoes with juice, and green chiles with juice. Reduce heat to medium.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together ricotta and eggs. Place 2 tortillas in the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan. Spread 1/4 of the ricotta mixture on tortillas. Spoon 1/4 of the meat mixture over the cheese. Repeat layers until all is used up.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until sauce is bubbly. In a small bowl, mix together sour cream and salsa. Serve in a bowl on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 715.9 calories, Carbohydrate 63.9 g, Cholesterol 190.3 mg, Fat 31.9 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 40.5 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 1659.5 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

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