Layered Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Instead of making traditional enchiladas, save time by making this very tasty layered chicken enchilada casserole.
Casseroles are popular for a number of reasons
- Convenience: Casseroles are typically one-dish meals, meaning they have everything you need for a complete meal in one pot, saving time on preparation and clean-up.
- Versatility: They can be made with a wide variety of ingredients, including meats, vegetables, grains, and sauces. This allows for endless variations and can cater to different dietary preferences.
- Make-Ahead Capability: Casseroles can often be prepared in advance and then baked when needed, making them great for busy schedules or for meal prepping.
- Comfort Food: Many casserole recipes are hearty and comforting, often evoking feelings of nostalgia. Dishes like macaroni and cheese, lasagna, and shepherd’s pie are classic comfort foods. Layered Chicken Enchilada Casserole is a prime example of comfort food.
- Feeding a Crowd: Casseroles are often generous in portion size, making them ideal for serving a large group of people, whether at family gatherings, potlucks, or parties.
- Flavor Development: The cooking process, which can include layering and baking, allows for flavors to meld together, resulting in a rich, savory dish.
Other casseroles to consider making
Loaded Mashed Potatoes Meat Loaf Casserole
Layered Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Instead of making traditional enchiladas, save time by making this very tasty chicken enchilada casserole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Entree
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients
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4 cups diced cooked chicken, divided
1 can cream of chicken soup
8 ounces (1 cup) sour cream
2/3 cup milk
1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
1/4 cup diced onion
1 garlic clove, minced
Pepper to taste
12 corn tortillas
1 1/2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 13 x 9 x 2-inch dish with cooking spray.
- Sauté the onion.
- In a large bowl, combine soup, sour cream, milk, chiles, onion, garlic and pepper.
- Line bottom of dish with 6 corn tortillas.
- Sprinkle with 2 cups of chicken and pour 1/2 sauce over top and spread to cover.
- Combine the two cheeses. Sprinkle with half of the cheese. Repeat layers.
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
- Let stand for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
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