Chicken Strata, Mexican Style Recipe

Name: Chicken Strata, Mexican Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 slices sourdough French bread, crusts removed if desired, divided; 3 cups grated monterey jack cheese, divided; 2 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts, divided; 2 cups medium salsa, divided; 1 cup sliced green onion, divided; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed, divided; 4 large eggs; 2 ¼ cups whole milk; 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained; ½ teaspoon salt; fresh ground pepper; guacamole; sour cream

Servings: persons

10 slices sourdough French bread, crusts removed if desired, divided
3 cups grated monterey jack cheese, divided
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts, divided
2 cups medium salsa, divided
1 cup sliced green onion, divided
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed, divided
4 large eggs
2 ¼ cups whole milk
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained
½ teaspoon salt
fresh ground pepper
guacamole
sour cream

1
Place/fit half the bread into a 13 x9 inch baking dish that has been lightly oiled or sprayed with nonstick cooking spray (the slices can overlap slightly).
2
Top with half the cheese, half the chicken, half the salsa, half the green onions, and half the beans.
3
Repeat layers.
4
In a bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, chiles, salt, and pepper together.
5
Pour over top of bread mixture.
6
Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
7
Preheat oven to 375; bring strata to room temperature.
8
Bake, uncovered, for 50-55 minutes or until set and bubbly.
9
Let stand 10 minutes then cut into squares;.
10
Serve with guacamole and sour cream.

823

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 slices sourdough French bread, crusts removed if desired, divided, 3 cups grated monterey jack cheese, divided, 2 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts, divided, 2 cups medium salsa, divided, and more.

Yes, Chicken Strata, Mexican Style 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Strata, Mexican Style

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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