Easy Mexican Lasagna Recipe

Name: Easy Mexican Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups chopped cooked chicken breast; 1 (15-oz.) can black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (10-oz.) can diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 (10 3/4-oz.) can reduced-fat cream of chicken soup, undiluted; 1 (10 3/4-oz.) can reduced-fat cream of mushroom soup, undiluted; 1 (10-oz.) can enchilada sauce; Vegetable cooking spray; 12 (6-inch) fajita-size corn tortillas, cut into (1-inch) strips; 1 cup (4 oz.) low-fat shredded Cheddar cheese; 1 cup (4 oz.) shredded Monterey Jack cheese; Toppings: shredded lettuce, light sour cream, chunky mild salsa, jalapeno pepper slices

Servings: persons

3 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
1 (15-oz.) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (10-oz.) can diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 (10 3/4-oz.) can reduced-fat cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 (10 3/4-oz.) can reduced-fat cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 (10-oz.) can enchilada sauce
Vegetable cooking spray
12 (6-inch) fajita-size corn tortillas, cut into (1-inch) strips
1 cup (4 oz.) low-fat shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup (4 oz.) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Toppings: shredded lettuce, light sour cream, chunky mild salsa, jalapeno pepper slices

1
Stir together first 6 ingredients in a large bowl. Stir together soups and enchilada sauce in a small bowl.
2
Spoon one-third of soup mixture into a 13- x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray; top with one-third of tortilla strips. Spoon one-third of soup mixture and half of chicken mixture over tortillas; sprinkle with half of Cheddar cheese. Top with one-third tortilla strips; repeat layers once with remaining soup mixture, chicken, Cheddar cheese, and tortilla strips, ending with tortillas. Sprinkle evenly with Monterey Jack cheese.
3
Bake at 350u00b0 for 40 to 45 minutes or until lasagna is bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes. Serve with desired toppings.
4
Note: Nutritional analysis does not include toppings.

873

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups chopped cooked chicken breast, 1 (15-oz.) can black beans, drained and rinsed, 1 (10-oz.) can diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Easy Mexican Lasagna falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

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Easy Mexican Lasagna

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Variations & substitutions

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