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4 Cheese Mexican Bake

Lori
If you are looking for an easy recipe that is filling and delicious, try this Four Cheese Mexican Bake. At least once a week, I try to cook with just the ingredients I have on hand and this Four Cheese Mexican Bake recipe is one that my family loves.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 10

Ingredients
  

  • 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 can (14.5 ozs) petite diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz) whole kernel corn , drained
  • 1 can (15.25 oz) black beans , rinsed and drained
  • 14-20 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups Sargento 4 Cheese Mexican Blend shredded cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup Poblano peppers , diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion , diced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro , chopped

Instructions
 

  • Grill chicken thighs until cooked through and slice into 1/2" strips.
  • Mix tomatoes, corn, black beans, chicken and chili powder together in a bowl.
  • In a casserole dish, layer the bottom with 2 layers of corn tortillas. (We used 6 total, cutting 2 in half to fit into the pan.
  • Add half of the chicken mixture and top with 1 cup Sargento 4 Cheese Mexican Blend.
  • Add another 2 layers of tortilla shells. (This time we used 8 because that's what fit!)
  • Top with remaining chicken mixture.
  • Bake at 375 for 20-25 minutes until bubbly around edges.
  • Top with remaining 1 cup Sargento 4 Cheese Mexican Blend and heat an additional 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Top bake with onions, peppers, cilantro and sour cream before serving.
Keyword Dinner, Potluck