Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Chicken Enchilada Casserole, a delightful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Layered with tender chicken, hearty beans, and gooey cheese, this casserole is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser that the whole family will love. Whether you’re hosting a casual dinner or in need of a quick weeknight meal, this recipe guarantees a satisfying experience with each bite. The vibrant enchilada sauce ties everything together, creating a dish that’s both flavorful and fulfilling. Plus, it’s naturally gluten-free and customizable to suit your taste. Serve it hot, topped with fresh ingredients for an added burst of flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium white onion, peeled and diced
- 1 large red bell pepper, cored and diced
- 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
- 2 (15 ounce) cans beans, rinsed and drained (1 can pinto, 1 can black beans)
- 1 (8 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
- 3 cups (about 1.5 pounds) shredded or diced cooked chicken
- 3 cups red enchilada sauce, divided
- 12 corn tortillas, halved
- 3 cups shredded Monterrey Jack or Mexican blend cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Sauté diced onion and bell pepper for 6–7 minutes until softened. Add green chiles, rinsed beans, drained corn, shredded chicken, and 2 cups of enchilada sauce; mix well.
- In the prepared baking dish, spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce on the bottom. Layer half of the tortilla halves over the sauce followed by one-third of the chicken mixture and one-third of the cheese. Repeat layers twice more.
- Top with remaining tortillas, chicken mixture, remaining enchilada sauce, and final cheese layer.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Let cool slightly before serving topped with fresh toppings like cilantro or avocado.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg