Chicken Chilaquiles Recipe

Indulge in this creamy twist on the classic Mexican dish, Chilaquiles! Traditionally a resourceful way to use leftover tortillas and meat, this recipe elevates the experience with a luscious, creamy sauce. Featuring crispy corn tortillas, vibrant chiles, melted cheese, and your favorite leftover chicken (or swap in spinach or portabella mushrooms for a vegetarian delight!), this recipe from Food & Wine's Grace Parisi (Feb 2003) is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Get ready for a flavor explosion in just 35 minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 764.4 kcal
Protein 93g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Chicken Chilaquiles

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How to Make Chicken Chilaquiles

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut 1 pound of cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. (If using mushrooms or spinach, prepare accordingly).
  3. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped white onion and 2 cloves minced garlic; sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Bring to a simmer and cook until cheese is melted and sauce has slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
  6. Cut 8 corn tortillas into 1-inch pieces. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  7. Spread half of the chicken (or mushroom/spinach mixture) evenly over the tortillas. Top with the creamy sauce, and the remaining chicken. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly and tortillas are crispy.
  9. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

72g

Carbs

15g