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Mexican Chicken Tortilla Lasagna

Mexican Chicken Tortilla Lasagna: Comfort in Every Layer

Mexican Chicken Tortilla Lasagna combines layers of tortillas, chicken, and cheese for a comforting meal that is perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey A lean protein base
  • 1/2 cup Chickpea Flour Can substitute with almond flour
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or use fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Or use fresh onion
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Can swap with coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Consider using smoked paprika
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Or use cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste
For the Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Creamy base for the sauce
  • 1 cup Cucumber Use seedless variety
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Use fresh for best results
  • 1 teaspoon Dill Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

Meatball Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey with chickpea flour, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, paprika, fresh parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is incorporated.
  2. Roll the mixture into uniform meatballs about 1-2 inches in diameter.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat with olive oil and cook the meatballs in batches for about 6-8 minutes on each side until nicely browned.
  4. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Yogurt Sauce Preparation
  1. Mix Greek yogurt, diced cucumber, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Stir until well combined.
Serving
  1. Serve the meatballs topped with the cucumber yogurt sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These meatballs can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for future meals. The yogurt sauce can be refrigerated separately for up to 2 days.

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