Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

onion

diced

0.25 cup

mushroom

sliced

0.25 cup

butter

melted

1 can

cream of mushroom soup

undiluted

1 can

cream of chicken soup

undiluted

10.5 unit

Rotel Tomatoes

diced

1 clove

garlic

minced

1 tbsp

chili powder

1 cup

chicken broth

1 package

tortilla

4 cup

cheddar cheese

shredded

2 cup

cooked chicken

diced

Step 1
~4 min

Dice the onion.

Step 2
~4 min

Slice the mushrooms.

Step 3
~4 min

Mince the garlic.

Step 4
~4 min

Sauté the diced onions and sliced mushrooms in butter until softened.

Step 5
~4 min

In a large bowl, mix together the sautéed onions and mushrooms, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, Rotel tomatoes, minced garlic, and chili powder.

Step 6
~4 min

Pour chicken broth in a dish for dipping.

Step 7
~4 min

Soak each tortilla in the chicken broth to soften.

Step 8
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 9
~4 min

Grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish.

Step 10
~4 min

Begin layering the soaked tortillas in the prepared dish.

Key Technique: Layering
Step 11
~4 min

Add a layer of the chicken mixture.

Step 12
~4 min

Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 13
~4 min

Spread diced chicken over the cheese.

Step 14
~4 min

Repeat the layers of tortillas, chicken mixture, cheddar cheese, and chicken, finishing with the chicken mixture on top.

Step 15
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Step 16
~4 min

Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a layer of black beans or corn for extra flavor and texture.

Top with sour cream or guacamole before serving.

Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker preparation.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 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 rice and beans.

Serve with a fresh salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Refried Beans
Guacamole
Salsa

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexican-American

Cultural Significance

Popular family meal, often shared at gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Potluck
Weeknight Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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