Chicken Chilaquiles Casserole

By Jomamma

You'll have fun layering crispy tortilla strips with chicken, salsa and cheese in this amazing casserole.

Prep Time: 5 min
Total Time: 45 min

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 10 flour or corn tortillas (6 to 8 inches in diameter), cut into 1/2-inch strips
• 2 cups shredded cooked chicken or turkey
• 1 jar (16oz)green salsa(salsa verde) or salsa (2 cups)
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese (8oz)

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oven to 350ºF. Grease 2-quart casserole. Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook tortilla strips in oil 30 to 60 seconds or until light golden brown. Remove with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.

Arrange half of the tortilla strips in casserole. Top with chicken, 3/4 cup of the salsa and 1 cup of the cheese. Gently press layers down into casserole. Repeat with remaining tortilla strips, salsa and cheese.

Bake uncovered about 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden brown.