Easy Skillet Mexican Lasagna a fun, fresh twist on classic lasagna with a Mexican-inspired kick! Imagine layers of crunchy tortilla chips, juicy shredded rotisserie chicken, melted cheese, and tangy salsa verde, all baked together in one skillet. It’s like if nachos and lasagna had the best mashup—and oh boy, is it good.
Okay, so I’ve been sitting on this recipe for a little while. I originally made it thinking of Cinco de Mayo, but then I realized—wait, this is actually perfect for summer! And honestly, it’s so versatile that it works just as well in the fall. It’s one of those dishes that’s always a crowd-pleaser, and the best part? It’s super easy to throw together.
Now, if you know me, you know my family loves Mexican flavors. Tacos are basically our love language—I make them all the time, in every way possible. But this? This is something different.
Years ago, I tried making a Mexican lasagna with noodles and enchilada sauce, but this version? Completely new. Think of it like stacked nachos, but heartier, cozier, and totally lasagna-style. Sounds fun, right?
The idea here is a creamy, cheesy, Mexican-inspired lasagna—layered with shredded chicken, salsa verde, and lots of melty cheese.
And hey, if you’re a fan of my white chicken chili, you’re definitely going to love this.
What You’ll Need
Ingredients
- Salted butter or olive oil – Whatever you usually cook with is fine!
- Yellow onions – They add sweetness when cooked down.
- Poblano peppers – Mild, slightly smoky, and so good.
- Cream cheese – Makes the filling extra creamy.
- Plain Greek yogurt or sour cream – Adds a little tang.
- Chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin – For that warm, cozy flavor.
- Salsa verde – My favorite is from Sabor Mexicano (only 5 ingredients!).
- Shredded rotisserie chicken – Homemade or store-bought, both work great.
- Mexican cheese blend – Because can you ever have too much cheese?
- Tortilla chips – The “noodles” of this lasagna!
- Avocado, cilantro, green onion, and/or basil – Optional, but so good on top.
Special Tools
- An oven-safe skillet or casserole dish (so you can bake it right in there).
- A mixing bowl (for combining everything).
How to Make It
Step 1: Cook the Onions and Peppers
This is really the only part where you’ll need to stand over the stove. Just sauté the onions and poblanos until they’re soft and smell amazing. Cooking them down makes them sweeter and mellows out the sharpness—which is perfect because my family isn’t big on raw onions, but they love poblanos!
Step 2: Mix the Filling
Take those warm, soft onions and peppers and stir them into half a block of cream cheese and a few big spoonfuls of Greek yogurt (or sour cream, if you prefer). Then, add in your spices—chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin—for that deep, smoky, cozy flavor.
Once it’s all creamy and mixed together, fold in the salsa verde and shredded chicken.
Step 3: Layer It Up
Now for the fun part—building your lasagna! Start with a layer of the creamy chicken mixture, then sprinkle on a layer of shredded cheese, and finally, a layer of tortilla chips. I like using the cheese as a little barrier between the creamy filling and the chips—it keeps them from getting soggy.
Repeat until you’ve got three layers (don’t stress about perfection—this is supposed to be easy and rustic!).
Step 4: Bake
Pop the skillet (or baking dish) into a 375°F oven for about 30 minutes, until everything’s hot and bubbly, and the cheese on top is golden and melty. The smell while it bakes? Unreal.
Step 5: Serve
Now, how you serve it is totally up to you! I love topping mine with:
- Mashed avocado (just mix with lime and a pinch of salt)
- Fresh cilantro
- Sliced green onions
- Maybe even a little basil if I have some
And of course, finish it off with a squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of sea salt—because every Mexican-inspired dish needs that bright, fresh touch at the end.
Final Thoughts
That’s it! No fancy techniques, no complicated steps—just a simple, comforting, delicious skillet lasagna that everyone loves.
Oh, and one last thing! If you make this Easy Skillet Mexican Lasagna, I’d love to hear what you think! Leave a comment or rating—I read every single one and always do my best to reply. And if you share a pic on Instagram, tag me! Seeing your recreations is my absolute favorite part of sharing recipes.
