Description
Mexican Pastel Azteca is a delicious layered tortilla casserole brimming with flavorful ingredients. Imagine perfect layers of corn tortillas cradling savory chicken or beef, zesty salsa verde, and gooey melted cheese, all baked to golden perfection. This dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also brings warmth and nostalgia to your dining table, making it a must-try for any gathering or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 corn tortillas
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken or beef
- 2 cups Mexican cheese blend
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions until soft. Add shredded chicken or beef and heat through.
- In the greased baking dish, layer corn tortillas at the bottom. Spread the meat mixture, salsa verde, and cheese over them.
- Repeat layering with remaining ingredients until all are used up, finishing with cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbling. Let cool slightly before slicing.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg