Montezuma Pie Recipe

Name: Montezuma Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (4 oz. each) cans chopped green chilies; 1 chopped medium yellow onion; 8 sprigs fresh parsley; 1 to 2 jalapeno chiles, seeded and chopped (optional); 1 Tbsp. butter; 2 Tbsp. corn oil; 3 chopped tomatoes; 1/3 to 1/2 c. chicken stock; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 c. sour cream; 1/2 c. Ricotta cheese; 10 corn tortillas; 3 c. cooked chicken, shredded; 12 oz. Monterey Jack cheese, shredded; 4 oz. Mozzarella cheese, shredded; 1 small fresh jalapeno chili (for garnish)

Servings: persons

2 (4 oz. each) cans chopped green chilies
1 chopped medium yellow onion
8 sprigs fresh parsley
1 to 2 jalapeno chiles, seeded and chopped (optional)
1 Tbsp. butter
2 Tbsp. corn oil
3 chopped tomatoes
1/3 to 1/2 c. chicken stock
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. sour cream
1/2 c. Ricotta cheese
10 corn tortillas
3 c. cooked chicken, shredded
12 oz. Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
4 oz. Mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 small fresh jalapeno chili (for garnish)

1
Drain canned chilies and reserve the juice.
2
Mix together chilies, onion, parsley and chopped jalapeno chilies if desired. Saute chili mixture in butter and oil for 3 minutes in a 10-inch skillet.
3
Stir in tomatoes, chicken stock and any reserved juices from the canned chilies.
4
Add salt and remove from heat and set aside.
5
Combine sour cream and Ricotta cheese and set aside. Quarter 4 of the tortillas.
6
Heat about 1/4-inch of oil to 350u00b0 in a medium skillet.
7
Immerse the 6 whole tortillas one at a time, in the oil for a few seconds until softened, but not crisp.
8
Drain on paper towels.
9
Add additional oil and raise heat to 375u00b0.
10
Fry tortilla quarters until crisp.
11
Drain on paper towels.
12
Reserve the quarters for garnish.

1174

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

102

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (4 oz. each) cans chopped green chilies, 1 chopped medium yellow onion, 8 sprigs fresh parsley, 1 to 2 jalapeno chiles, seeded and chopped (optional), and more.

Yes, Montezuma Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Montezuma Pie

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Variations & substitutions

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