Description
Easy Chicken Enchilada Casserole is a delightful fusion of flavors that brings a comforting taste of Mexico to your table. This casserole features layers of tender shredded chicken, zesty enchilada sauce, and creamy melted cheese, all tucked between soft corn tortillas. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, the dish is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit everyone’s palate—from mild to spicy. Serve it with a dollop of sour cream and fresh guacamole for an irresistible meal that promises to have everyone coming back for seconds. Enjoy the rich, satisfying flavors and textures in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese
- Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Cook seasoned chicken in a skillet until fully cooked (6-8 minutes per side), then shred.
- Mix shredded chicken with half the enchilada sauce and half the cheese.
- Layer enchilada sauce at the bottom of the dish, followed by tortillas, half the chicken mixture, another layer of tortillas, and remaining chicken mix.
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce over top and sprinkle with cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil for the last 5 minutes to brown the cheese.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg