Budin Azteca (Aztec Casserole) Recipe

Name: Budin Azteca (Aztec Casserole)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 3 large tomatoes, pureed; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 tablespoon butter; 3 cups fresh corn kernels or 3 cups frozen corn kernels; 3 zucchini, chopped; 1/3 cup water; oil (for frying); 10 corn tortillas; 2 poblano chiles, roasted, peeled and cut into strips; 1 cup cream; 2 -3 cups cooked and shredded chicken; 1 cup monterey jack cheese

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 large tomatoes, pureed
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon butter
3 cups fresh corn kernels or 3 cups frozen corn kernels
3 zucchini, chopped
1/3 cup water
oil (for frying)
10 corn tortillas
2 poblano chiles, roasted, peeled and cut into strips
1 cup cream
2 -3 cups cooked and shredded chicken
1 cup monterey jack cheese

1
Heat oil in skillet, add the onion and garlic and saute until transparent. Add the tomatoes and salt and cook over high heat for 5 minutes. Lower the heat and cook for 10 more minutes. Correct the seasoning and set aside.
2
Preheat oven to 375u00b0F
3
Melt the butter in a saucepan. Add the corn and zucchini and cook 2 minutes. Add the water, cover and cook over low heat for 8 minutes or until the zucchini is crisp-tender.
4
Heat some oil in a skillet and fry the tortillas for 30-40 seconds on each side, just to soften. Set aside. (You could use cooking spray or sprinkle with water to soften and lower fat).
5
Place a thin layer of veggies on the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with a layer of 4-5 corn tortillas and then a layer of tomato sauce. Add half the remaining veggies, half the chiles, 1/2 cup cream, half the chicken and 1/2 cup cheese. Repeat the layers, finishing with the cheese. Bake uncovered until the cheese begins to melt. About 10-15 minutes.

975

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons oil, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 3 large tomatoes, pureed, and more.

Yes, Budin Azteca (Aztec Casserole) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Budin Azteca (Aztec Casserole)

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