Quick and Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Quick and Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole is a comforting dish that combines layers of tender chicken, creamy cheese, and zesty green chile enchilada sauce. This delightful casserole is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special occasions, and it caters to all taste buds, making it an ideal choice for family meals. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe delivers robust flavors without the hassle. Whether you serve it on its own or with delicious sides like Mexican rice or refried beans, this casserole is sure to be a hit at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Garlic salt (to taste)
- 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
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2. Season chicken with garlic salt and bake in a greased dish for 45 minutes until cooked through.
- 3. Shred the baked chicken once cooled.
- 4. Optional: Char tortilla halves over an open flame for added flavor.
- 5. Pour enchilada sauce into the baking dish and layer tortilla halves, shredded chicken, cheese, and sour cream.
- 6. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used up.
- 7. Cover with foil and bake for another 45 minutes.
- 8. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approx. 320g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg