Viva La Chicken Recipe

This vibrant Mexican casserole is bursting with flavor! Layers of tender chicken, crispy tortillas, melted cheese, spicy chilies, and briny olives create a symphony of textures and tastes your family will adore. Easy to make and undeniably delicious, Viva La Chicken is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering. Get ready for a fiesta in your mouth!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 448.4 kcal
Protein 64g
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Ingredients for Viva La Chicken

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How to Make Viva La Chicken

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish with butter.
  3. Layer 1.5 lbs cooked and shredded chicken evenly in the bottom of the dish.
  4. Top with 6-8 corn tortillas, torn into bite-sized pieces.
  5. Sprinkle with 1.5 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend.
  6. Add 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies, drained.
  7. Scatter 1/2 cup sliced Kalamata olives over the cheese and chilies.
  8. Repeat layers: chicken, tortillas, cheese, chilies, olives.
  9. Set aside 1/2 cup of cheese and 1/4 cup of olives for topping.
  10. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup and 1 cup milk.
  11. Pour soup mixture evenly over the layered ingredients.
  12. Sprinkle reserved cheese and olives over the top.
  13. Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly. If the top starts to brown too quickly, loosely cover with foil for the remaining baking time.
  14. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

69g

Carbs

3g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Viva La Chicken?

Viva La Chicken takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Viva La Chicken?

Viva La Chicken has approximately 448.4 calories per serving, with about 64 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 47 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Viva La Chicken?

The key ingredients for Viva La Chicken are Chicken Breasts, Corn Tortilla, Black Olives, Green Chili Salsa, Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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