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Shredded Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Savory Shredded Chicken Enchilada Casserole for Cozy Nights

This Shredded Chicken Enchilada Casserole is a cozy weeknight dinner that combines tender chicken, enchilada sauce, and cheese between crispy tortillas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups Enchilada Sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas cut into strips
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1 can Black Beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Corn Kernels drained
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 1 small Onion diced
  • 1 piece Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro for garnish
  • 1 cup Sour Cream optional, for serving
  • to taste Salt and Pepper for enhancing flavors
  • 2 cups Cooked, Shredded Chicken store-bought or homemade

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large skillet
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté the diced onion and red bell pepper until soft.
  3. Stir in the cooked and shredded chicken, enchilada sauce, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; heat through.
  4. Spread a thin layer of the chicken mixture at the bottom of the baking dish.
  5. Layer the tortilla strips, half of the beans, half of the corn, and 1 cup of cheese on top.
  6. Repeat the layering with the remaining chicken mixture, tortilla strips, beans, corn, and cheese.
  7. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is golden brown.
  9. Let the casserole cool slightly, garnish with cilantro, and serve with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze before baking for up to 3 months. Thaw and bake when ready to enjoy.

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