For a richer flavor, use a blend of Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese. If you prefer a spicier casserole, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the enchilada sauce or use a hotter variety of green chiles. To save time, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken instead of baking the chicken breasts.
Quick and Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 30 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 45 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS3.3K
Transform weeknight dinners with this effortlessly delicious Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole. Layers of tender chicken, charred tortillas, and creamy, cheesy goodness bake together in a symphony of Southwestern flavors. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate33 g
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Cholesterol95 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein33 g
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Saturated Fat13 g
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Sodium955 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat25 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Season chicken with garlic salt; arrange in the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink and juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
03 Step
Recipe View Cool, shred, and set aside. (15 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Meanwhile, char each tortilla half over the open flame of a gas stove burner using metal tongs until lightly puffed, about 1 minute per tortilla half. (20 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Pour about 1/2 inch enchilada sauce into the bottom of a medium baking dish; arrange 6 tortillas in a single layer on top.
06 Step
Recipe View Sprinkle with 1/2 of the chicken, 1/3 of the cheese, 1/2 of the sour cream, and 1/3 of the remaining enchilada sauce.
07 Step
Recipe View Repeat layers. Coat remaining tortillas thoroughly with some of the remaining enchilada sauce and arrange on top. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and top with any remaining enchilada sauce.
08 Step
Recipe View Cover and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Cool slightly before serving.
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Magali Mcclure
Jul 30, 2024Be careful not to over-char the tortillas, they can burn quickly.
Alivia Wolff
May 28, 2023This casserole is so easy to throw together on a busy weeknight!
Walker Upton
Apr 9, 2023My kids loved this! It's definitely going into our regular rotation.
Justus Schmitt
Feb 19, 2023Freezes well! I made a double batch and froze half for later.
Reina Kuhlman
Feb 3, 2023Next time I'll try adding some diced onions and bell peppers to the chicken while it's baking.
Ignatius Jerde
Oct 29, 2022The charred tortillas really add a depth of flavor that you don't get otherwise.
Lorenza Williamsonmayert
Oct 20, 2022A great way to use up leftover cooked chicken.
Brandon Zulauf
Aug 22, 2022I added some black beans and corn to the filling for extra veggies.
Eloisa Huels
May 5, 2022I used pepper jack cheese instead of Monterey Jack for a little extra kick.