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chicken enchilada casserole

Chicken Enchilada Casserole: 7 Comforting Layers of Bliss


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A delicious chicken enchilada casserole layered with tortillas, chicken, cheese, and enchilada sauce.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, black beans, corn, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread a layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  4. Place 4 tortillas over the sauce.
  5. Add half of the chicken mixture and a layer of cheese.
  6. Repeat layers with remaining tortillas, chicken mixture, and top with cheese.
  7. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

  • Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
  • Top with sour cream or avocado if desired.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: chicken enchilada casserole, Mexican casserole, easy chicken recipe