HEALTHY CHICKEN TACO CASSEROLE RECIPE

Mexican food gone healthy is the best thing that has happened in a long time! The savory flavors of yummy cumin and Mexican cheese melt in my mouth every time and I don't have to worry about the weight-gaining properties of regular cheesy casseroles. Perfect for storing in the fridge, this recipe is a great big-family dinner option due to its quantity and health benefits!

Serves- 6

Total time- 45mins

Ingredients:

2 whole wheat tortilla,

1 lb ground chicken, or ground turkey

1 can (14 oz) tomato sauce,

2 tsp tabasco sauce,

1 cup low-fat cheddar cheese, or Mexican blend cheese

1 can (16 oz) fat-free refried beans,

1 canola oil cooking spray, 3 sprays

1 baked corn tortilla chips, crushed

1 reduced-fat sour cream, optional topping

1 salsa, optional topping

1 lettuce, optional topping

1 onion, diced, optional topping

1 green pepper, diced, optional topping Directions Prep 15 min Cook 30 min Ready 45 min Lightly spray a pan with cooking spray and brown ground chicken. Mix tabasco with tomato sauce and pour over the browned chicken. Simmer until slightly thickened. Spray a 9 x 9 casserole (with a lid) with cooking spray. Tear up whole wheat tortillas and place them so they cover the entire bottom of the dish. Sprinkle 1/2 the cheese on the tortillas, spread refried beans over the cheese and then top the beans with chicken and tomato mixture. Sprinkle the top of the casserole with crushed chips and remaining cheese. Cover and bake until the cheese is bubbly. Remove the lid and let the cheese brown slightly. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Service with toppings of your choice: sour cream, salsa, lettuce, diced onions or peppers. Nutritional Information Serving Size: 1 (295 g) Servings Per Recipe: 6 Amount Per Serving: Calories 269 Calories from Fat 77                                        Total Fat 9g 13% Saturated Fat 3g 12% Cholesterol 56mg 18% Sodium 1002mg 41% Total Carbohydrate 23g 7% Dietary Fiber 5g 18% Sugars 3g 13% Protein 26g 51% Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.