Fiesta Chicken Lasagna

Get ready to spice up dinnertime with this bold and colorful Fiesta Chicken Lasagna! This unique twist on a classic comfort food layers tender lasagna noodles with zesty shredded chicken, creamy cheese blends, and a medley of Southwestern flavors including salsa, black beans, sweet corn, and diced green chilies. Infused with aromatic spices like cumin, chili powder, and garlic, each bite delivers a perfect balance of savory, creamy, and mildly spicy flavors. Topped with a bubbling layer of golden cheddar and mozzarella, this casserole is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Easy to prepare in under 90 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dish serves 8, making it ideal for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a vibrant finish, and watch it disappear! Perfect keywords: Fiesta Chicken Lasagna, Southwestern lasagna recipe, cheesy chicken casserole, spicy pasta bake.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Lasagna noodles
• 3 cups Cooked shredded chicken
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 2 cups Salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
• 1 cup Corn kernels (frozen or canned, drained)
• 1 cup Black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (4 ounces) Diced green chilies
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside, ensuring they don't stick together by drizzling lightly with olive oil, if necessary.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, sour cream, and 1 cup of salsa until smooth. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, combine the shredded chicken, corn, black beans, green chilies, and 1 cup of the cream cheese mixture. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil and spread 1/2 cup of salsa across the bottom of the dish.

Step 6

Place a single layer of cooked lasagna noodles in the dish. Spread 1/3 of the chicken mixture over the noodles. Sprinkle 1/3 of the cheddar and mozzarella cheese on top.

Step 7

Repeat the layering process two more times, finishing with a top layer of cheese.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 10

Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy your Fiesta Chicken Lasagna!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3427.6 grams (3427.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7182

Total Fat 303.00g	388%
Saturated Fat 164.70g	824%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 1390mg	463%
Sodium 9184mg	399%
Total Carbohydrate 678.30g	247%
Dietary Fiber 58.40g	209%
Total Sugars 91.70g
Protein 465.30g	931%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 4230mg	325%
Iron 51mg	282%
Potassium 6825mg	145%

*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: 37.3%

Protein: 25.5%

Carbs: 37.2%