Sonora Chicken Casserole

Get ready to savor the bold Southwest-inspired flavors of the Sonora Chicken Casserole, a hearty comfort food dish that's perfect for family dinners or potlucks. This easy-to-make casserole layers tender shredded chicken, creamy spiced sauce, gooey cheddar and pepper jack cheeses, and soft flour tortillas for a satisfying baked dish that’s bursting with flavor. Featuring diced green chiles, chili powder, and cumin for a touch of heat and smoky depth, this recipe brings Tex-Mex flair to your table. Ready in just under an hour, it’s a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with a fresh salad or a side of rice. Don’t forget a sprinkle of cilantro for a vibrant garnish! Perfect keywords: chicken casserole, Sonora casserole, Tex-Mex chicken recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups Cooked shredded chicken
• 8 large Flour tortillas
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 cups Pepper jack cheese, shredded
• 1 4-ounce can Diced green chiles
• 1 10.5-ounce can Cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with cooking spray or oil.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, diced green chiles, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a smooth sauce.

Step 3

Spread a thin layer of the prepared sauce on the bottom of the greased baking dish.

Step 4

Cut the flour tortillas into halves (or quarters, depending on size) to make layering easier.

Step 5

Place a layer of tortilla pieces on top of the sauce in the dish, overlapping slightly to cover the bottom completely.

Step 6

Add a layer of shredded chicken, followed by a sprinkle of cheddar cheese and pepper jack cheese.

Step 7

Spread a portion of the sauce evenly over the cheese layer.

Step 8

Repeat layering: tortillas, chicken, cheeses, and sauce until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of sauce topped with cheese.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 11

Allow the casserole to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(939.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1631.2

Total Fat 130.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 379.4mg	0%
Sodium 3490.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.1g	0%
Total Sugars 27.9g
Protein 76.1g	0%

Vitamin D 121.2IU	0%
Calcium 2201.1mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 1103.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.1%

Protein: 17.9%

Carbs: 13.0%