Zesty Chicken Enchilada Ring with Crisp Tortilla Chips
This Zesty Chicken Enchilada Ring is a delightful and visually appealing dish that's perfect for gatherings and parties. Inspired by a classic recipe I discovered in a Pampered Chef cookbook, 'Celebrate!', this dish combines succulent shredded chicken with a medley of flavors including tangy olives, savory cheeses, and spicy green chilies. The crunchy tortilla chip crust adds a unique twist, making each bite a delightful experience. Serve it warm alongside zesty salsa and creamy sour cream for a delicious crowd-pleaser that will leave your guests impressed and asking for seconds!
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cooked chicken
2 cups (coarsely chopped)
Pitted ripe olives
1/4 cup (chopped)
Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
4 ounces (shredded)
Chopped green chilies
1 (4-ounce) can (undrained)
Mayonnaise
1/2 cup (none)
Southwest seasoning mix
1 tablespoon (Pampered Chef Pantry brand)
Plum tomatoes
2 (one chopped, one cut into wedges)
Lime
1 (juiced and sliced for garnish)
Corn tortilla chips
2/3 cup (finely crushed, divided)
Refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
2 (8-ounce) packages (unrolled)
Salsa
1 cup (none)
Sour cream
1 cup (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a mixing bowl, coarsely chop the cooked chicken and ripe olives using a food chopper, then add them to the bowl.
3
Stir in the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend, chopped green chilies (including the liquid), mayonnaise, and Pampered Chef Pantry Southwest seasoning mix until well combined.
4
Seed and chop one of the plum tomatoes. Squeeze the juice from half a lime to measure 1 teaspoon of lime juice, reserving the other half for garnish.
5
Add the chopped tomato and lime juice to the chicken mixture and mix gently.
6
Set aside 2 tablespoons of crushed corn tortilla chips, and incorporate the remaining chips into the chicken mixture, mixing thoroughly.
7
On a clean surface, sprinkle the reserved crushed tortilla chips evenly.
8
Unroll the refrigerated crescent dough, placing it sticky-side down onto the crushed chips. Press down lightly so that the chips adhere to the dough.
9
Separate the dough into triangles, arranging them in a circular pattern on a round baking stone or pizza baking sheet with the wide ends of the triangles overlapping in the center and the points facing outward. Leave a 5-inch diameter opening in the center.
10
Scoop the chicken mixture evenly onto the wide ends of each triangle.
11
Fold the points of the triangles over the filling and tuck them under the wide ends at the center, leaving some filling exposed.
12
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
13
While the enchilada ring is baking, prepare the garnish: cut the remaining tomato into 8 wedges and the remaining lime half into 4 slices, cutting each slice in half.
14
Once the enchilada ring is done baking, arrange the tomato wedges and lime slices between the openings of the ring for a beautiful presentation.
15
Serve warm with salsa and sour cream on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Zesty Chicken Enchilada Ring?
It is a visually appealing party dish that combines shredded chicken, olives, cheese, and green chilies wrapped in crescent dough with a crisp tortilla chip crust.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) before baking the enchilada ring.
How much cooked chicken is required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of coarsely chopped cooked chicken.
What type of cheese is used in the filling?
The filling uses 4 ounces of a shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend.
Should I drain the green chilies?
No, you should use one 4-ounce can of chopped green chilies including the liquid.
What kind of seasoning is recommended?
The recipe suggests 1 tablespoon of Pampered Chef Pantry brand Southwest seasoning mix.
How many plum tomatoes are needed?
You will need 2 plum tomatoes; one is chopped for the filling and the other is cut into wedges for garnish.
How do I use the lime in this recipe?
Use 1 teaspoon of lime juice in the chicken mixture and the remaining lime for sliced garnishes.
How are the corn tortilla chips used?
2/3 cup of finely crushed chips are used; some are mixed into the filling and some are pressed into the dough.
What type of dough is needed for the ring?
You will need two 8-ounce packages of refrigerated crescent dinner rolls.
How do I get the tortilla chips to stick to the dough?
Sprinkle reserved crushed chips on a surface and place the crescent dough sticky-side down, pressing lightly so they adhere.
How do I arrange the crescent dough triangles?
Arrange them in a circular pattern on a baking stone with the wide ends overlapping in the center and points facing out.
What size should the center opening of the ring be?
Leave a 5-inch diameter opening in the center when arranging the dough triangles.
Where is the chicken mixture placed on the dough?
Scoop the chicken mixture evenly onto the wide ends of each dough triangle.
How do I fold the dough over the filling?
Fold the points of the triangles over the filling and tuck them under the wide ends at the center.
How long does the enchilada ring need to bake?
Bake the ring for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
What should I serve as a dip for this dish?
Serve the ring with 1 cup of salsa and 1 cup of sour cream on the side for dipping.
How should I garnish the finished ring?
Arrange tomato wedges and lime slices between the openings of the ring for a beautiful presentation.
What inspired this recipe?
This dish was inspired by a recipe from the Pampered Chef cookbook titled 'Celebrate!'.
Can I use a food chopper for preparation?
Yes, the recipe suggests using a food chopper to coarsely chop the cooked chicken and ripe olives.
How many olives are used in the mixture?
The recipe requires 1/4 cup of chopped pitted ripe olives.
Is mayonnaise used in the filling?
Yes, 1/2 cup of mayonnaise is mixed with the chicken and cheese to bind the filling.
Should the filling be fully covered by the dough?
No, some of the filling should remain exposed after the points are folded over.
What is the best baking surface for this recipe?
A round baking stone or a pizza baking sheet is recommended.
How much Southwest seasoning is used?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of the Southwest seasoning mix.
How many lime slices are used for garnish?
The remaining lime half is cut into 4 slices, which are then halved to create garnishes.
Can I use different types of tortilla chips?
The recipe specifically calls for crushed corn tortilla chips to provide the unique crust.
Is the salsa mixed into the chicken?
No, the salsa is reserved for serving on the side as a dipping sauce.
How much mayonnaise is included?
There is 1/2 cup of mayonnaise in the chicken mixture.
When should I add the lime juice to the mix?
Add the lime juice to the chicken mixture along with the chopped tomatoes and mix gently before adding the chips.