Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.5 cup

butter

1.5 cup

onions

chopped

20 ounce

tomatoes, canned rotel

canned

28 ounce

tomatoes, canned chopped

canned

2 pound

velveeta cheese

diced

2 cup

chicken

cooked, chopped

2 cup

sour cream

15 unit

corn tortillas

stale, broken into small pieces

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 325F (160C).

Step 2
~6 min

In a large skillet, saute chopped onions in butter until softened.

Step 3
~6 min

Drain canned tomatoes (both Rotel and chopped) and reserve the juice.

Step 4
~6 min

Add the drained tomatoes, chiles (from Rotel), cheese, cooked chopped chicken, and sour cream to the skillet with the sauteed onions.

Step 5
~6 min

Mix well to combine all ingredients.

Step 6
~6 min

Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~6 min

Line the bottom of the dish with broken corn tortilla pieces.

Step 8
~6 min

Top the tortilla pieces with the chicken and tomato mixture.

Step 9
~6 min

Bake uncovered for 45 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.

Step 10
~6 min

If the mixture seems too dry during baking, add small amounts of the reserved tomato liquid.

Key Technique: Baking

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a layer of black beans for extra flavor and fiber.

Garnish with fresh cilantro and diced avocado.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of Mexican rice and beans.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Refried Beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Traditional comfort food, often made with leftover tortillas.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Casual gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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