Nacho Lasagna Recipe

Name: Nacho Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can (15 Oz. Size) Black Beans; 1/4 Red Onion, Chopped; 1 whole Handful Of Cilantro, Chopped; 1 Breast Of Chicken; 3/4 pounds Tomatillos; 4 whole Serrano Peppers, Chopped; 1/4 White Onion, Chopped; 1 pinch Salt; 2 pinches Pepper; 1 whole Green Chile; 1/2 teaspoons Paprika; 1/2 teaspoons Cumin; 1/4 teaspoons Cayenne (optional); 1 cup Shredded Cheese (I Use A Mexican Blend); Tortilla Chips

Servings: persons

1 can (15 Oz. Size) Black Beans
1/4 Red Onion, Chopped
1 whole Handful Of Cilantro, Chopped
1 Breast Of Chicken
3/4 pounds Tomatillos
4 whole Serrano Peppers, Chopped
1/4 White Onion, Chopped
1 pinch Salt
2 pinches Pepper
1 whole Green Chile
1/2 teaspoons Paprika
1/2 teaspoons Cumin
1/4 teaspoons Cayenne (optional)
1 cup Shredded Cheese (I Use A Mexican Blend)
Tortilla Chips

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*Steps 1-3 can be done simultaneously:
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Combine black beans, red onion, and cilantro in a pot and stir well.
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Cook on medium-low heat until well warmed.
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Before combining with other ingredients, drain liquid from beans.
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Boil chicken until cooked through (if its defrosted, this will take 15-20 minutes, if not it will take a bit longer).
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When chicken is fully cooked, remove from water and pull apart with a knife and fork to shred.
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Shuck tomatillos and place them in a pot of boiling water with serranos and white onion until tomatillos turn an army green.
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Drain the water off of the vegetables and puree them in a blender.
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Add salt, pepper, green chile, paprika, cumin, and cayenne and pulse until combined.
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
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Place a layer of tortilla chips on bottom of an 8X8 pan.
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Top with a layer of chicken, then a layer of beans.
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Pour no more than 1/2 of tomatillo sauce over layers to cover.
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Sprinkle with 1/2 cup of cheese.
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Place another layer of tortilla chips on top.
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Finish by sprinkling remaining cheese over chips.
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Bake for 10 minutes or until cheese is lightly browned.

377

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1 can (15 Oz. Size) Black Beans, 1/4 Red Onion, Chopped, 1 whole Handful Of Cilantro, Chopped, 1 Breast Of Chicken, and more.

Yes, Nacho 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Nacho Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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