This tasty tower of tortillas layered with flavorful Mexican ingredients also makes a tempting party appetizer or snack for 16 people.

2 c. diced, cooked chicken
1 c. shredded cheese
1 (4 oz.) can diced green chili peppers, drained
2 tbsp. snipped fresh cilantro or parsley

In a bowl combine chicken, lettuce, chilies and cilantro or parsley. Set aside.

8 (10 inch) flour tortillas
1 (6 oz.) carton frozen avocado dip, thawed
1 (16 oz.) can refried beans
1 c. dairy sour cream
1 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (6 oz.)

Place one of the flour tortillas on a large platter. Spread with half of the avocado dip. Then top with a second tortilla. Spread with half of the refried beans. Cover with a third tortilla. Sprinkle with half of the chicken-lettuce mixture. Add a fourth tortilla. Spread with half of the sour cream; sprinkle with half of the cheese. Repeat layers, ending with sour cream and cheese.

1/4 c. chopped onions
2 tbsp. sliced pitted ripe olives
2 tbsp. snipped fresh cilantro or parsley
Salsa (optional)

Garnish with tomatoes, olives and cilantro or parsley. To serve, cut into wedges. If desired, serve with salsa.

Makes 8 servings.