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Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Creamy Chicken Enchilada Casserole That Will Wow Your Family

A delicious Chicken Enchilada Casserole that combines tender chicken, green chile sauce, and Monterey Jack cheese for a crowd-pleasing meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 475
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 3 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Substitute with chicken thighs for tenderness.
  • 1 tsp Garlic salt Regular salt can be used as an alternative.
  • 18 pieces Corn tortillas, torn in half Tearing helps with layering and sauce absorption.
  • 28 oz Green chile enchilada sauce Provides a mild yet tangy flavor.
  • 16 oz Monterey Jack cheese, shredded Cheddar can be substituted for a stronger flavor.
  • 8 oz Reduced-fat sour cream Greek yogurt is a healthier alternative.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Mexican rice Pairs well with the casserole.
  • 1 piece Fresh green salad Adds a refreshing contrast.

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • stovetop
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a medium baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Season chicken breasts with garlic salt and bake in the oven for approximately 45 minutes or until cooked through at 165°F (74°C). Shred the chicken once cooled.
  3. Char tortilla halves over medium heat for about one minute on each side until slightly puffed and warm.
  4. Pour a layer of enchilada sauce into the baking dish, followed by six torn tortillas, half the shredded chicken, one-third of the cheese, half of the sour cream, and a third of the enchilada sauce.
  5. Repeat layering with another set of six tortillas, remaining chicken, remaining cheese, remaining sour cream, and back with the remaining enchilada sauce.
  6. Cover the assembled casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  7. Allow the casserole to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 475kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 34gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For a quicker version, use rotisserie chicken and consider refrigerating the assembled casserole before baking for easy dinner prep later.

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