Chicken Mexican Delight

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: Mexican

A hearty Mexican-inspired chicken casserole with flavorful chilies, olives, and cheese, baked to perfection—ideal for family dinners or entertaining guests craving bold flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 15 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup chopped green chilies
  • 1 small can chopped black olives
  • 1 pint sour cream
  • 1 large onion
  • 2 cans cream of mushroom soup
  • 4 pounds cooked and diced chicken
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 pound grated cheese

Instructions

  1. Lightly fry the tortillas.
  2. Tear and line a 9 x 13-inch pan with the fried tortillas.
  3. Mix all ingredients except sour cream and half of the cheese.
  4. Pour the mixture over the tortillas in the pan.
  5. Top with sour cream and the remaining cheese.
  6. Bake at 325°F for 25 to 35 minutes until hot.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

341 kcal 17% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 16.3g 33% DV
Total Fat 13.8g 18% DV
Carbs 44.3g 16% DV
Fiber 10.1g 36% DV
Sugar 5.7g 11% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 1663.5mg 72% DV
Potassium 770.8mg 16% DV
Cholesterol 24.3mg 8% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 424.8mcg 47% DV
Vitamin C 2.2mg 2% DV
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 284.3mg 22% DV
Iron 5.8mg 32% DV
Diet fit High-fiber Under 400 cal
Contains Milk Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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