Quick and Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Savor the vibrant flavors of Quick and Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole, a perfect dish for any occasion! This hearty casserole features tender chicken layered with zesty green chile enchilada sauce, creamy cheese, and soft tortillas. Not only is it simple to prepare, but it also delivers comfort in every bite, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 18 (6-inch) corn tortillas, torn in half
- 1 (28 oz) can green chile enchilada sauce
- 1 (16 oz) package shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 (8 oz) container reduced-fat sour cream
- Garlic salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Season the chicken with garlic salt and bake for about 45 minutes until cooked through.
- Shred the chicken once cooled.
- Optional: Char tortilla halves over an open flame for added flavor.
- 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 sauce.
- Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
- Cover with foil and bake for another 45 minutes.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 348
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 72mg