Ditch Lasagna! Try This Mexican Chicken Casserole Instead!

Learn how to make a comforting pastel azteca at home. This layered casserole is the perfect meal for a cozy family dinner! 🥣 Pastel azteca is a classic Mexican dish that brings together savory shredded chicken, fresh tortillas, and a flavorful sauce. I walk you through the entire process, from seasoning the chicken to blending the ingredients for that signature sauce, ensuring every layer is packed with flavor. This recipe is ideal for anyone looking for an easy casserole that delivers authentic taste without unnecessary stress. By following these steps, you will master the art of assembling this hearty meal, which is baked to perfection and ready to serve. Whether you are cooking for a weeknight meal or a special gathering, this dish is sure to become a favorite. Let me know in the comments: what is your favorite comfort food to bake for your family? Subscribe for more cozy recipes every week! 🫶🏽 📝 Ingredients For the creamy green sauce: • 7 tomatillos, husks removed and rinsed • 4 poblano peppers, roasted, peeled, and seeded • ½ medium white onion • 3 garlic cloves • 2–4 serrano peppers or jalapeños • ½ bunch cilantro • 1½–2 cups chicken broth • 1 cup Mexican crema • 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese • 1 tsp chicken bouillon • ½ tsp ground cumin • ½ tsp black pepper • Salt, to taste For assembling: 13x9 baking dish • 15–18 corn tortillas • 2 lbs chicken, cooked and shredded • 1 cup corn • 1 onion, cut into thin strips • 4 poblano peppers, roasted, peeled, seeded, and cut into thin strips • 4 cups shredded Oaxaca or Monterey Jack cheese • Oil, for lightly frying the tortillas • Chopped cilantro, for finishing • 1 serving of love ♥️ * Tip: Keep your sauce creamy but pourable so the tortillas have enough moisture as they bake. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving! 📖 Get my NEW cookbook, Celebración! 🥳 https://geni.us/Celebracion 📚 Get my first cookbook, Cooking con Claudia 👇🏽 http://geni.us/CookingConClaudia 🛍️ Shop all of my favorite kitchen essentials, tools, and must-haves on my Amazon Storefront 😊 https://www.amazon.com/shop/claudiasvlogs 🫶🏽 Grab your Cooking con Claudia apron here ♥️ https://cookingconclaudia-shop.fourthwall.com/ Let’s Stay Connected! ☺️ Want to see more of my family, recipes, and everyday life? I’d love to have you along for the journey! 🥰 If you recreate any of my recipes, be sure to tag me—I love seeing your creations! ✨ Follow me here: My Links & Socials⁠ 🔗 Linktree : https://linktr.ee/cookingconclaudia 📱 TikTok: @cooking.con.claudia on TikTok⁠ 📸 Instagram: cooking_con_claudia 💙 Facebook: Cooking with Claudia 📧 Business Inquiries Only: claudia.regalado91@gmail.com