Chicken Enchilada Casserole
A comforting and easy Chicken Enchilada Casserole filled with layers of flavorful chicken, tortillas, and cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option, Dairy-Free Option
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked, shredded chicken (or rotisserie chicken)
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by lightly greasing it with cooking spray.
- Shred the chicken using two forks.
- Layer the ingredients starting with enchilada sauce, then tortillas, chicken, cheese, and repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Bake covered with aluminum foil for about 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden.
- Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with a dollop of sour cream, fresh cilantro, and side dishes like guacamole or salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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