Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 small chicken breasts, (about 2 pounds total)
- 1 (16-ounce) package tortilla chips
- 1 (15-ounce) container creamy Mexican-style spreadable cheese
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 (4-ounce) can chopped green olives
- 1 (4-ounce) can sliced black olives
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients except the tortilla chips. Mix well to ensure the chicken is coated evenly.
- Arrange the tortilla chips in a single layer on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Pour the chicken mixture over the tortilla chips.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for another 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving: assumes 8 servings)
Calories: Approximately 500 calories per serving (based on the ingredients listed)
Fat: 28g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 30g
Dish Characteristics:
- This dish is a combination of Mexican flavors with a creamy, rich texture.
- The dish is hearty and filling, making it a great main course for a meal.
- The combination of cheese, olives, and cumine adds depth and complexity to the flavor profile.
User Comments:
- "This dish was so delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect."
- "My family loved this dish. It was easy to make and was a hit at our dinner party."
- "I made this for my family on a busy weeknight and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more salt and pepper if desired.
- If you want to add more heat, consider adding a can of diced jalapenos or a sprinkle of chili powder.
- This dish is great for batch cooking as it can be made ahead of time and reheated later.
