Tex-Mex 'Chiladas Recipe

Name: Tex-Mex 'Chiladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1 (4 oz.) can chopped green chilies; 1/4 c. Parmesan cheese; 1/4 c. chicken broth; 2 c. coarsely chopped cooked chicken; 1 can green chilies and tomatoes; 1/2 pt. whipping cream; 1 egg; 12 corn tortillas; 8 oz. Monterey Jack cheese, grated

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Mix cream cheese with the onion, chilies, Parmesan cheese and broth.
3
Stir in chicken and set aside. Pour chilies and tomatoes and cream in a blender container.
4
Add egg; cover and blend well.
5
Pour some of the cream mixture into a pie plate to use as a dipping sauce for the tortillas.
6
Dip four tortillas in sauce and place in the bottom of a 9 x 14-inch glass baking dish.
7
Some tortillas may be halved to fit well.
8
Top with 1/2 of the chicken mixture.
9
Layer 4 more dipped tortillas over the chicken.
10
Top with remaining chicken.
11
Top with remaining dipped tortillas.
12
Pour remaining cream sauce over the entire casserole. Cover with grated Jack cheese.
13
Bake 30 to 35 minutes, or until set.
14
Let stand 10 minutes before cutting into generous squares. Top with shredded lettuce and salsa, if desired.

964

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 1 (4 oz.) can chopped green chilies, 1/4 c. Parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Tex-Mex 'Chiladas falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Tex-Mex 'Chiladas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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