Description
Mexican Pastel Azteca is a vibrant, layered dish that combines the comforting flavors of tortillas, savory chicken (or veggies), and a creamy enchilada sauce. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe is both simple to prepare and sure to impress your guests. Each slice offers a delightful explosion of flavor, making it an unforgettable meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (or veggies)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, sautéed
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté onion in oil over medium heat until translucent; add bell peppers and cook until tender.
- Mix black beans with enchilada sauce in a bowl.
- In a baking dish, layer tortillas, chicken (or veggies), vegetable mixture, sauce mix, and cheese. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before topping with sour cream, cilantro, and lime wedges. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg