Texas Chicken Casserole

Directions

1. 1
   Poach the chicken in the chicken broth. Remove,straining and reserving the broth. Separate the meat into strips.Set aside.
2. 2
   Heat the butter in a saucepan, and when it is bubbling, whisk in the flour. Let it cook, whisking, for 2 minutes, then add the strained broth. Whisk until thickened, taste, and add pepper as needed.Set aside.
3. 3
   Slice the chilis into strips. Set aside.
4. 4
   Heat the oil in a frying pan and when it is almost smoking, fry the tortillas, cut in quarters, for just long enough to stiffen them-turning halfway through. Drain them on paper towels. Do not crowd the tortillas. It will take several batches to fry them all.
5. 5
   Have the minced onion ready.
6. 6
   Grate the cheese. Set aside.
7. 7
   In a lasagna pan, layer sauce, chicken,onion, chilis, tortilla pieces and cheese. Finish with sauce.
8. 8
   Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 30 minutes.