Ingredients
6 corn tortillas
1/2 cup milk
1/2 lb cheddar cheese, shredded
1 can green chili salsa
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 can cream of chicken soup
3 chicken breasts, cooked, cut up
Directions
Cut or tear the tortillas in 1/2" squares. Put half of them on the
bottom of a baking dish and cover with 1/2 of the cheese. Mix salsa,
both soups and chicken together. Add half of this mixture to the
baking dish. Repeat the layers and top with cheese. Cover and put in
the frige for 24 hours. Bake at 350~F for 45 min. Uncover for the
last 15 minutes to brown.
Servings: 2 servings
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Categories: Bread; Breads; Casserole; Chicken; Main Dish
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