For an extra layer of flavor, consider grilling your chicken before shredding it. Adjust the amount of chipotle chiles to control the level of spiciness. Start with one if you're heat-sensitive. To prevent soggy chips, avoid over-mixing them with the sauce. Gently fold until just coated.
Chilaquiles Rojos
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME45 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING10 People
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VIEWS24
Dive into a symphony of flavors with this elevated take on classic Chilaquiles Rojos. More than just a casserole, it's a vibrant tapestry of crispy tortillas, smoky chile sauce, and savory chicken, perfect for wowing guests at your next gathering.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate38 g
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Cholesterol100 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein30 g
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Saturated Fat15 g
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Sodium900 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat38 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 10x15-inch casserole dish. (5 minutes)
02
Step
3 mins
Combine drained tomatoes and chipotle chiles in adobo in a blender; puree until smooth. (3 minutes)
03
Step
20 mins
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until onion has softened, about 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in garlic until fragrant; add pureed tomato-chile sauce and simmer until mixture starts to thicken. Pour in chicken broth and stir in cumin, oregano, and salt; let simmer until mixture thickens. Remove from heat. (20 minutes)
04
Step
5 mins
Mix tortilla chips and tomato-chile sauce, folding carefully to cover chips completely. You may have to do this in 2 batches. (5 minutes)
05
Step
15 mins
Cover the bottom of the casserole dish with half of the tortilla chip mixture. Sprinkle a layer of Mexican cheese and cotija cheese on top. Add shredded chicken to cover all of the cheese. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sprinkle with 1/2 of the green onions and 1/2 of the cilantro. Spoon 3/4 of the sour cream evenly over top. Spread with the remaining tortilla mixture then top with remaining Mexican and cotija cheeses. Cover with aluminum foil. (15 minutes)
06
Step
40 mins
Bake in the preheated oven until mixture is bubbly and cheese is melted, 35 to 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes. Serve with sour cream, green onions, and cilantro. (40 minutes)
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Meagan Auer
Jun 13, 2025This was a huge hit at my party! Everyone loved the smoky flavor of the chipotle peppers.
Annamae Bins
Apr 30, 2025The recipe was easy to follow, and the end result was delicious. My family has already requested it again.
Adolphus Hudson
Apr 6, 2025I added some black beans and corn to the chicken mixture for extra heartiness, and it turned out great!