Texas Chicken Casserole Recipe

Name: Texas Chicken Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 whole chicken breasts; 1 package of corn tortillas - (10); 2 small cans of while green chilis; 1/2 pound monteray jack cheese; 2 cups chicken broth; 2T butter; 2T flour; salt and pepper; one minced onion; 2T vegetable oil

Servings: persons

1
Poach the chicken in the chicken broth. Remove,straining and reserving the broth. Separate the meat into strips.Set aside.
2
Heat the butter in a saucepan, and when it is bubbling, whisk in the flour. Let it cook, whisking, for 2 minutes, then add the strained broth. Whisk until thickened, taste, and add pepper as needed.Set aside.
3
Slice the chilis into strips. Set aside.
4
Heat the oil in a frying pan and when it is almost smoking, fry the tortillas, cut in quarters, for just long enough to stiffen them-turning halfway through. Drain them on paper towels. Do not crowd the tortillas. It will take several batches to fry them all.
5
Have the minced onion ready.
6
Grate the cheese. Set aside.
7
In a lasagna pan, layer sauce, chicken,onion, chilis, tortilla pieces and cheese. Finish with sauce.
8
Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 30 minutes.

1534

kcal

Calories

117

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 whole chicken breasts, 1 package of corn tortillas - (10), 2 small cans of while green chilis, 1/2 pound monteray jack cheese, and more.

Yes, Texas 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.

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Texas Chicken Casserole

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