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Chicken Enchilada Casserole

A simplified version of a family favorite, this chicken enchilada casserole preps in 10 minutes for an easy crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 6
Calories: 315 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 4½ cups shredded chicken
  • 1 (28-ounce) can Green enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 9-10 corn tortillas, cut into 1-2 inch squares
  • 4 cups shredded Monterey jack cheese
  • toppings: cilantro, avocados, tomatoes, optional

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Grease a 9x13 casserole dish and layer half of the chicken, sour cream, tortilla cubes, sauce, and cheese. Repeat these layers once more and bake, covered, for 40 minutes.
  3. Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Let it rest for about 15 minutes before serving.
  4. Top with cilantro, avocados, and tomatoes.

Notes

  • Recipe Tips
  • Prep ahead of time. Assemble as directed but do not bake. Instead, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight, or wrap again with foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge if needed, and bake as directed.
  • Store leftovers covered or divided into airtight containers. Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw if needed and reheat large portions in the oven or smaller portions in the microwave. 
  • Store leftovers covered or divided into airtight containers. Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw if needed and reheat large portions in the oven or smaller portions in the microwave. 
  • Use the sour cream that comes in a squeeze tube. It makes it so much easier!
  • Make a large batch of shredded chicken and store it in the freezer to use in recipes like this.
  • For the best results freshly shredded cheese melts the best, avoid pre-shredded cheese.
  • Using stale or toasted tortillas and keeping them off the bottom of the baking dish will help keep them from getting oversaturated and soggy.

Nutrition Information

Calories 315kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 26g (52%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 101mg (34%) Sodium 343mg (14%) Potassium 371mg (11%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 275IU (6%) Vitamin C 0.3mg (0%) Calcium 86mg (9%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 315

% Daily Value*

Calories 315kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 26g 52%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 101mg 34%
Sodium 343mg 14%
Potassium 371mg 8%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 275IU 6%
Vitamin C 0.3mg 0%
Calcium 86mg 9%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.