Chicken Chilaquiles con Salsa

Name: Chicken Chilaquiles con Salsa
Cook time: 15 min
Ingredients: Nonstick oil spray; 8 corn tortillas; 1 pound chicken breasts , approximately; 1 cup tomato -based salsa; 1½ cups chicken broth; ¼ cup crumbled asadero, feta, or grated Jack cheese; ¼ cup low- or nonfat sour cream , plus 4 teaspoons for garnish (optional)

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Chef

Jane Butel

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Cookbook

Real Women Eat Chiles

Published by Northland

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This image courtesy of Christopher Marchetti

Chilaquiles quickly become a favorite with most anyone who tries them. They are not as common in the United States as in Mexico, having originated in Central ad Southern Mexico, particularly the Yucatan. The Mayans have such a knack with them, and this recipe is from the very successful Melia Mayan hotel in Cozumel where we conducted a class on the Spanish influences on southwestern cuisine. Chiles in the salsa increase the healthful aspects of the dish. More chiles, red or green, can be added for increased zip and health!

Serves4

Cooking Time15 min

Cooking MethodBaking

CostInexpensive

Easy

Total Timeunder 1 hour

Recipe CourseMain Course

Dietary ConsiderationEgg-free, Gluten-free, Peanut Free, Soy Free, Tree Nut Free

MealDinner

Taste and TextureCheesy, Hot & Spicy, Meaty, Savory

Ingredients

Nonstick oil spray
8 corn tortillas
1 pound chicken breasts, approximately
1 cup tomato-based salsa
1½ cups chicken broth
¼ cup crumbled asadero, feta, or grated Jack cheese
¼ cup low- or nonfat sour cream, plus 4 teaspoons for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 2-quart baking dish (8x8-inch, 9-inch round, or 10-inch oblong) with nonstick oil spray. Cut the tortillas into sixths and place in the dish in an even layer.
Cook the chicken breasts covered in ½ cup of the broth in a saucepan on the stove for 6 to 8 minutes. Allow the chicken to cool. Shred the chicken and arrange over the tortillas. Top with the salsa, broth, and cheese. Add 4 teaspoons of sour cream, if desired, and bake until bubbly and heated through. Serve hot. Garnish each serving with a dollop of sour cream, if desired.