Smoky Chicken And Chorizo Mexican Enchilada Baked C

Name: Smoky Chicken And Chorizo Mexican Enchilada Baked Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups chopped cooked chicken; 6 inches hot chorizo sausage, cut into chunks; 2 cups mild salsa; 1/2 cup water (optional); 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 teaspoons dried chipotle powder (more or less to personal taste); salt and pepper; 15 ounces corn kernels, drained (600g); 1/4 cup pimento stuffed green olive, halved; 1 cup sour cream (8 ozs); 6 flour tortillas, cut into strips (8-inch); 2 cups grated cheese, to taste; sour cream, to serve; chopped jalapeno pepper, to serve; cilantro or parsley, chopped, to serve

Servings: persons

2 cups chopped cooked chicken
6 inches hot chorizo sausage, cut into chunks
2 cups mild salsa
1/2 cup water (optional)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons dried chipotle powder (more or less to personal taste)
salt and pepper
15 ounces corn kernels, drained (600g)
1/4 cup pimento stuffed green olive, halved
1 cup sour cream (8 ozs)
6 flour tortillas, cut into strips (8-inch)
2 cups grated cheese, to taste
sour cream, to serve
chopped jalapeno pepper, to serve
cilantro or parsley, chopped, to serve

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["Pre-heat oven to 175C/350u00b0F Grease an 8"" square or an oval baking dish.", "Mix the cooked chicken and chopped chorizo sausage together, and then set aside.", "Empty the salsa into a large mixing bowl, add the water (if using), garlic powder, chipotle chilli powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix well. Adjust seasonings if necessary.", "Pour 1/4 of the salsa mixture over the base of the greased baking dish and then layer 1/4 of the flour tortilla strips over the top. Scatter some of the chopped olives and sweet corn over and then add some of the chopped chicken and chorizo. Top with more salsa and continue to layer in this pattern, until the last layer. For the last layer, spoon the sour cream over the top before finishing with the salsa mixture and then scatter the grated/shredded cheese over the top. (Can be frozen at this stage, cover and freeze for up to 2 months.).", "Cover the casserole with aluminium foil and bake for 35 minutes; take the foil off and finish baking for 5 to 10 minutes longer or until the topping is bubbling and the cheese is melted and golden.", "Serve immediately with sour cream, jalapeno peppers and chopped cilantro or parsley. I find that a green salad is the perfect accompaniment to this, but rice would also be good.", "To cook from the freezer: Thaw the casserole in the fridge for 24 hours before removing for 30 minutes, before baking as instructed before."]

1179

kcal

Calories

Fat

138

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups chopped cooked chicken, 6 inches hot chorizo sausage, cut into chunks, 2 cups mild salsa, 1/2 cup water (optional), and more.

Yes, Smoky Chicken And Chorizo Mexican Enchilada Baked 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.

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Smoky Chicken And Chorizo Mexican Enchilada Baked Casserole

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