Quick and Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Quick and Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole is a delightful dish that combines savory chicken, creamy layers, and zesty green chile enchilada sauce for a satisfying family meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, this casserole is both simple to prepare and bursting with flavor. The combination of tender chicken, melted cheese, and soft tortillas makes it a local favorite. Plus, it’s highly customizable—feel free to add your favorite vegetables or swap the chicken for turkey. Enjoy this comforting recipe that brings everyone together around the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Garlic salt (to taste)
- 18 corn tortillas
- 1 can (28 oz) green chile enchilada sauce
- 1 package (16 oz) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 container (8 oz) reduced-fat sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a medium baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with garlic salt and bake for about 45 minutes until cooked through.
- Shred the baked chicken once cooled.
- Char tortilla halves over an open flame briefly.
- Layer half an inch of enchilada sauce in the baking dish, followed by six tortilla halves.
- Add half of the shredded chicken, one-third of the cheese, half of the sour cream, and one-third of the enchilada sauce.
- Repeat layering until all ingredients are used.
- Cover with foil and bake for an additional 45 minutes.
- Cool slightly before serving to maintain shape.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg