Mexican Chicken Casserole Recipe

RECIPE INGREDIENTS


1 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth

2 (4.5-ounce) cans chopped green chiles, divided

1 3/4 pounds skinned, boned chicken breasts

2 teaspoons olive oil

1 cup chopped onion

1 cup evaporated skim milk

1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1/4 cup (2 ounces) tub-style light cream cheese

1 (10-ounce) can enchilada sauce

12 (6-inch) corn tortillas

Cooking spray

1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded reduced-fat extra-sharp cheddar cheese

1 ounce tortilla chips, crushed (about 6 chips)





RECIPE METHOD


Combine broth and 1 can of chiles in a large skillet; bring to a boil. Add chicken; reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until chicken is done, turning chicken once. Remove chicken from cooking liquid, reserving cooking liquid; cool chicken. Shred meat with two forks, and set aside.


Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.


Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 can of chiles and onion; saute 3 minutes or until soft. Add reserved cooking liquid, milk, Monterey Jack, cream cheese, and enchilada sauce; stir well. Stir in shredded chicken; cook 2 minutes. Remove from heat.


Place 4 tortillas in the bottom of a 2-quart casserole coated with cooking spray. Spoon 2 cups chicken mixture over tortillas. Repeat layers twice, ending with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and chips. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.