Green Chili Chicken Enchilada Casserole Recipe
This Green Chili Chicken Enchilada Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Layers of tender chicken, green chiles, creamy sauce, and gooey cheese make this casserole a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Chicken Mixture:
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 4 ounces canned diced green chiles (drained if needed)
Other Ingredients:
- 2 cups shredded cheddar
- 15 ounces canned green chili enchilada sauce
- 12 6-inch corn tortillas
- 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Sour cream, salsa, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and jalapeños for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Prepare chicken mixture: In a large bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1/3 cup enchilada sauce, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and green chiles, mix well.
- Layer the casserole: Spread some enchilada sauce in a baking pan, layer with tortillas, chicken mixture, and cheese, repeating the layers.
- Bake: Pour remaining sauce over the top layer, sprinkle with cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly.
- Rest and serve: Let the casserole rest before serving. Serve with sour cream, salsa, lettuce, tomatoes, and jalapeños.
Notes
- You can customize this casserole by adding other ingredients like black beans, corn, or olives.
- This dish can be prepared in advance and baked when ready to serve.
- Adjust the level of spiciness by choosing mild or hot green chiles and enchilada sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
