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Southwestern Chicken Lasagna

Name: Southwestern Chicken Lasagna
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups chopped, cooked chicken breast meat; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 large onions; 1 teaspoon fresh chopped jalapeno peppers; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 2 teaspoons dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 cups spaghetti sauce; 2 cups tomato sauce; ½ cup fresh salsa; 16 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese; 16 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese; 15 (6 inch) corn tortillas

Rating: 4.21 stars

143 Ratings
115 Reviews
9 Photos

A spicy, cheesy, Mexican flavored dish assembled and baked much like lasagna.

By Mike Steadman

Recipe Summary

Servings:

Yield:

6 servings

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

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Step 2

In a large skillet, brown shredded chicken in butter or margarine. Add onions, jalapeno peppers, garlic, basil and oregano. Then add the spaghetti sauce, tomato sauce and salsa/picante sauce. Stir all together. Cover skillet and simmer for 10 minutes over low heat.
Step 3

In a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish, place a layer of tortillas, then a layer of the chicken/sauce mixture, then a layer of mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers twice, then top casserole with Cheddar cheese and bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, until cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

902.2 calories; 64.9 g protein; 55.4 g carbohydrates; 193.5 mg cholesterol; 1939.8 mg sodium. Full Nutrition

Reviews (115)

Most helpful positive review

DREGINEK

10/03/2003

Teriffic recipe!! I would recommend not to deviate from the corn tortillas. Using flour ones seem to turn out a little mushy. It's even more delicious when topped with your favorite peppers lettuce tomatoes and/or sour cream! Will make again and again!! Read More

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Most helpful critical review

JDAVIS3662

12/03/2003

This was just okay. It was pretty much just a big enchilada IMO. One recommendation I have is to put a spoonful of sauce on the bottom of the pan before putting down the first layer of tortillas. I didn't and the bottom layer was tough as shoe leather. Read More

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(86)

143 Ratings

5 star values: 75
4 star values: 44
3 star values: 11
2 star values: 5
1 star values: 8

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JDAVIS3662

12/03/2003

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DREGINEK

10/03/2003

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Doug Matthews

10/03/2003

My only change would be More Layers. My old world Italian Mother-in-Law couldn't believe how good and light this recipe was - she wants me to make it again. Read More

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(46)

JHAWORTH3464

01/22/2003

I made this last night and my husband & I loved it. Instead of cooking the chicken I used canned chicken to quicken the setup time and it was great. Read More

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(32)

BARBIE0492

06/22/2003

This dish was great. My family loved it for Sunday dinner. A keeper! Read More

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(29)

Laura K

12/03/2003

We loved this chicken lasagna!! I didn't have canned tomato sauce so I used 4 cups of spaghetti sauce.. and I used much less cheese just a little..Delicious! Read More

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(21)

VABURKE

01/23/2003

This is a very tasty dish that can be assembled ahead of time. The recipe calls for it to be topped with a whole pound of cheddar cheese but much less is needed. My kids did not the texture of the corn tortillas after they had been baked in the casserole sort of soggy. But people who like chicken enchiladas will like this "lasagne." Read More

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(20)

SHERRYANN

12/03/2003

Great with chicken but I used it with hot sausage for non chicken lovers. It is great with more heat added to it. Have served to company with guacamole or green salad with pears or cranberries-- good combination and easy to make ahead. Read More

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RAMSEYSE

12/03/2003

Easy and tastes even better than expected. Add more salsa and some red pepper for a more Southwestern flair. Read More

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Nutritional Information

Southwestern Chicken Lasagna

Servings Per Recipe: 6
Calories: 902.2

% Daily Value *

protein: 130 %

carbohydrates: 18 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 36 %

sugars:

fat: 73 %

saturated fat: 138 %

cholesterol: 65 %

vitamin a iu: 41 %

niacin equivalents: 182 %

vitamin b6: 53 %

vitamin c: 22 %

folate: 15 %

calcium: 126 %

iron: 23 %

magnesium: 52 %

potassium: 31 %

sodium: 78 %

thiamin: 27 %

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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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JDAVIS3662

12/03/2003

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DREGINEK

10/03/2003

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Doug Matthews

10/03/2003

My only change would be More Layers. My old world Italian Mother-in-Law couldn't believe how good and light this recipe was - she wants me to make it again.

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(46)

JHAWORTH3464

01/22/2003

I made this last night and my husband & I loved it. Instead of cooking the chicken I used canned chicken to quicken the setup time and it was great.

Helpful

(32)

BARBIE0492

06/22/2003

This dish was great. My family loved it for Sunday dinner. A keeper!

Helpful

(29)

Laura K

12/03/2003

We loved this chicken lasagna!! I didn't have canned tomato sauce so I used 4 cups of spaghetti sauce.. and I used much less cheese just a little..Delicious!

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(21)

VABURKE