Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Casserole: Easy, Indulgent Family Favorite
A creamy and cheesy chicken enchilada casserole that is easy to make and perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 can enchilada sauce
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 1 package corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the shredded chicken.
- Pour in the enchilada sauce and stir to combine.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the sour cream and half of the shredded cheese.
- Layer corn tortillas on the bottom of a greased casserole dish.
- Spread a layer of the chicken mixture followed by a layer of the sour cream mixture.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- For extra spice, add diced jalapeños to the chicken mixture.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg