Green Chili Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Green Chili Chicken Enchilada Casserole, a comforting dish that brings the essence of Mexican cuisine to your dining table. This layered casserole features tender chicken, zesty green chiles, and gooey cheese, all enveloped in a rich enchilada sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it offers a satisfying and hearty meal that everyone will love. With just 40 minutes of prep and cook time, you can whip up this delicious casserole that serves up to 8 people. Customize it with your favorite toppings like fresh salsa or jalapeños for an extra kick. Get ready to enjoy a flavor-packed dish that promises seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 15 ounces canned green chili enchilada sauce
- 12 6-inch corn tortillas
- 4 ounces canned diced green chiles (drained if needed)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1/3 cup of enchilada sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in shredded chicken and diced green chiles until well combined.
- Pour 1/4 cup enchilada sauce into an 8-inch x 8-inch baking pan, coating the bottom evenly.
- Layer three tortillas over the sauce. Spread one-third of the chicken mixture on top and drizzle with another 1/3 cup enchilada sauce.
- Repeat layering: add three more tortillas, another third of the chicken mixture, another drizzle of enchilada sauce, and one cup of shredded cheese.
- Finish with three more tortillas on top and pour any leftover enchilada sauce over everything.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and bake for about 25 to 30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg