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By:Bek Davis


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Chicken Enchilada Casserole Recipe

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This is a Tex-Mex casserole dish that will be eaten up so fast. It is petty simple to make. It is assembled just like a Lasagna dish. Only differnece is that we use Corn Tortillas.



Happy Cooking!



Ingredients:



* 10 - 7 inch corn tortillas

* 1 lb. chicken, cooked and shredded

* 1 lb. Cheddar cheese, shredded

* 1 pt. sour cream

* 1/2 cup chicken broth

* 1 packet taco seasoning

* 1 cup mayo.

* 1/4 green onions, chopped (garnish)

* 1 can Rotel, drained (garnish)



Instructions:



1. Preheat oven to 350

2. Cook chicken, shred, and cool.

3. Mix shredded chicken, sour cream, chicken broth, taco seasoning, mayo, 3/4 of cheddar cheese, and salt & pepper in a bowl.

4. Lightly grease a 9x9 casserole dish.

5. Place 2 corn tortillas on bottom of the casserole dish.

6. Cover with chicken mixture.

7. Repeat until all tortillas are gone. Note: The final layer should be 2 tortillas.

8. Place drained Rotel and remaining cheddar cheese on top.

9. Cover with foil and bake for 45 min.

10. Remove foil and place under broiler for 3-5 mins.

11. Garnish with chopped green onions.



Tips from Chef Bek:



* Boil your chicken to prevent from overcooking.

* If Rotel is not available, use a can of Mexican Stewed Tomatoes.



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Black Bean Corn Salsa Recipe

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Salsa does just not have to be served with the traditional tortilla chips anymore. This black bean corn salsa is a great addition to any meal, or dish. Best of all, it is a fat free and low calorie accompaniment.



Happy Cooking!



* 1 can black beans - drained and washed

* 1 can corn - drained

* 1/2 cup diced red onion

* 1/4 cup diced jalapenos

* 1/2 cup chopped cilantro

* 1/4 cup fresh lime juice

* 2 large tomatoes - diced

* 2 cloves garlic - chopped

* salt and pepper to taste



Directions:

Wash all your veggies, drain all your canned goods, and cut as described. Combine all into a plastic or glass container.



Chill in the refrigerator at least 8 hours, or overnight, before serving.



Tip From Chef Bek:

Do not use a metal container to store the salsa. The acids in the lime juice and tomatoes will have a reaction with the metal.



Serving Suggestions:

* Serve with warm tortilla chips.

* Serve as a sauce for fresh fish.

* Wrap in a warm tortilla with chicken, sliced avocado, and lettuce.

* Place inside a breakfast omelet.

* Add to a bed of mixed greens with some crushed tortilla chips.



Happy Eating!



Article Source: http://www.dailynewarticles.com

Bek Davis (Chef Bek) is a trained chef and a work at home mom. You can find more recipes, cooking tips, and mom resources on her highly recommended websites: www.iFreeRecipes.com, www.home-garden-product.com, and www.Wine-Drinking.com.








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