Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Quick and Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole, a dish that’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. This delightful casserole features layers of shredded chicken, zesty green chile sauce, and gooey cheese, all nestled between soft tortillas. It’s not only simple to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser that even picky eaters will adore. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, you can have a hearty meal ready to serve in no time. Customize it with your favorite toppings and sides for a complete dining experience that everyone will enjoy!
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Garlic salt (to taste)
- 18 corn tortillas (6-inch, torn in half)
- 1 can (28 oz) green chile enchilada sauce
- 1 package (16 oz) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 container (8 oz) reduced-fat sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a medium-sized baking dish.
- Season the chicken with garlic salt and bake for about 45 minutes until fully cooked (165°F/74°C). Let cool slightly before shredding.
- Char tortilla halves over an open flame for about 1 minute until puffed.
- Spread half an inch of enchilada sauce at the bottom of the baking dish. Layer with tortillas, half the chicken, one-third of the cheese, half the sour cream, and remaining enchilada sauce. Repeat layers.
- Cover with foil and bake for another 45 minutes. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg