Marvelous Recipes

A spicy and delicious chicken casserole that’s quick and easy to put together.

1/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 cups cooked chicken, cut into bite-size pieces
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes and green chilies
1 (10 3/4 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
10-12 (9-inch) flour tortillas

1.In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, cook onion in oil until tender: about 3 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.

2.Add chicken, 1-1/2 cups of the cheese, diced tomatoes and green chilies and soup; stir to blend well.

3. Cut each tortilla into quarters; place 1/2 of the quarters in bottom of a well-greased 13×9-inch baking dish.

4. Spoon 1/2 the chicken mixture over tortilla quarters. Repeat layers with remaining tortilla quarters and remaining chicken mixture. Sprinkle top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.

5. Bake at 350 degrees F for 40 to 45 minutes or until hot and cheese is melted and lightly browned. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting and serving. Makes 6 servings.

Whether you’re having a party or spending time with family, this dip is the perfect snack!

1 (16 oz) loaf processed cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1 (15 oz) can chili (no beans)
Chopped green onions, (optional)
Tortilla chips

In a 2 quart microwaveable bowl, combine cheese and chili. Cook on High for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes, until cheese is melted and smooth. Sprinkle with onions, if desired. Serve with tortilla chips. Makes 10 to 12 servings.

Mexican food lovers everywhere will enjoy this spicy casserole. It’s quick to fix but long on flavor with just the right amount of spice and a little crunch for added taste appeal.

1 pound lean ground beef
1 (16 oz.) jar thick and chunky salsa*
8 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 (16 oz.) can refried beans
2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
1 (15 oz.) can Spanish rice
1-1/4 cups coarsely crushed tortilla chips**

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a 10 inch skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until thoroughly cooked, stirring often, for about 5 to 7 minutes; drain and return to skillet. Stir in 1 cup of the salsa and heat 2 minutes or until hot.

2. Place 4 (6 inch) tortillas in bottom of a 2 quart baking dish sprayed with cooking spray, overlapping to fit. In a medium bowl, combine refried beans and remaining salsa. Spoon evenly over the tortillas.

3. Top with 1/2 the meat mixture and 1 cup of the cheese. Layer 4 more tortillas over the cheese and spread Spanish rice evenly over tortillas. Top with the remaining meat mixture and 1 cup of cheese. Spread crushed tortillas on top.

4. Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until hot in the center and bubbling along the sides. Makes 6 servings,

* You decide the amount of “heat” you desire by choosing mild, medium or hot salsa.

** The broken chips in the bottom of the bag are perfect for using in this recipe as they are already coarsely crushed.