Description
Savor Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole Tonight is a delightful dish that brings warmth and comfort to your dining table. With its rich blend of flavors and simple preparation, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This hearty casserole features layers of tender shredded chicken, zesty green chile enchilada sauce, and melty cheese, all nestled between corn tortillas. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a meal that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Plus, it makes fantastic leftovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (28 oz) green chile enchilada sauce
- 18 corn tortillas (6-inch)
- 16 oz shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 8 oz reduced-fat sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook chicken over medium heat until fully cooked, about 20-25 minutes. Shred or chop and season with garlic salt.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half the torn tortillas, followed by half the chicken, half the enchilada sauce, and half the cheese. Repeat layers and top with sour cream.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes until golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (approximately 7 oz)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg