Mexican Chicken Tortilla Lasagna

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 (10.75 ounce) can enchilada sauce
• 1 (12 ounce) package corn tortillas
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup salsa (optional)
• Sour cream for garnish (optional)

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken breasts on both sides until golden brown. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until softened. Add the black beans, corn, and enchilada sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, shred the chicken breasts.
5. Place a layer of tortillas in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread with half of the chicken mixture. Top with half of the cheddar cheese and half of the Monterey Jack cheese.
6. Repeat layers.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are golden brown.
8. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Serve with salsa and sour cream, if desired.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 480
• Fat: 23g
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 35g

Dish Characteristics:

• Flavorful and satisfying
• Combination of Mexican and Italian flavors
• Perfect for a casual dinner or party

User Comments:

• "This is a great dish that is easy to make and always gets rave reviews from my guests."
• "The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is perfect."
• "I love that I can customize it to my own taste by adding different toppings."
• "It's a great way to use up leftover chicken."
• "I would highly recommend this recipe."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To save time, you can use pre-cooked chicken.
• If you don't have enchilada sauce, you can use salsa, tomato sauce, or taco seasoning.
• You can add other ingredients to the lasagna, such as diced bell peppers, jalapeños, or avocado.
• Let the lasagna stand for a few minutes before serving to allow it to set.