Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Quick and Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with savory green chile enchilada sauce and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this casserole offers an effortless way to bring family and friends together over a delicious meal. With layers of flavor and a simple preparation, even novice cooks can easily impress with this satisfying one-dish wonder. Customize it by adding vegetables or adjusting spices to suit your taste, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Garlic salt (to taste)
- 18 corn tortillas, torn in half
- 1 can green chile enchilada sauce (28 oz)
- 1 package shredded Monterey Jack cheese (16 oz)
- 1 container reduced-fat sour cream (8 oz)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with garlic salt and bake for about 45 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).
- Allow chicken to cool slightly before shredding into bite-sized pieces.
- Char each tortilla half over an open flame for about 1 minute until lightly puffed.
- Layer the casserole: Start with enchilada sauce in the bottom of the baking dish, add tortillas, half of the shredded chicken, a third of the cheese, half of the sour cream, then drizzle with more enchilada sauce. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Cover with foil and bake for another 45 minutes.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 268g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg