Jalapeno Chicken Casserole Recipe

Name: Jalapeno Chicken Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 onion, chopped; 1 bunch fresh green onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons margarine; 1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed and drained; 6 jalapenos, seeded, and chopped; 1 (8 ounce) sour cream; 2 (10 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup, undiluted; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 (12 ounce) package nacho cheese flavored tortilla chips, slightly crushed; 4 -5 cups cooked chicken breasts; 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Mexican blend cheese

Servings: persons

1 onion, chopped
1 bunch fresh green onion, chopped
2 tablespoons margarine
1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed and drained
6 jalapenos, seeded, and chopped
1 (8 ounce) sour cream
2 (10 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (12 ounce) package nacho cheese flavored tortilla chips, slightly crushed
4 -5 cups cooked chicken breasts
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Mexican blend cheese

1
Cook chicken breasts until done.
2
In a large skillet saute onions in margarine.
3
Drain spinach by using several paper towels to squeeze all water out of spinach.
4
Add spinach, jalapenos, sour cream, chicken soup, salt, and ground cumin to onions and mix well.
5
In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, layer half of tortilla chips, half of chicken, half spinach soup mixture, and 1/2 cheese.
6
Repeat layers again , but without the cheese.
7
Bake covered at 350 degrees for 40 minutes.
8
Uncover and sprinkle remaining cheese over top and return to oven for 4 minutes or until the cheese melts.

527

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Carbs

Protein

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 onion, chopped, 1 bunch fresh green onion, chopped, 2 tablespoons margarine, 1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed and drained, and more.

Yes, Jalapeno Chicken 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Jalapeno Chicken Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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