Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Chicken Enchilada Casserole is a delightful, comforting dish that brings together tender chicken, rich enchilada sauce, and gooey cheese, all layered between soft corn tortillas. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. Serve it hot, topped with a dollop of sour cream and fresh cilantro for an extra pop of freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 10 soft corn tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté diced chicken until golden brown and cooked through (7-10 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Layer half of the tortillas in the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the chicken mixture, half of the enchilada sauce, and half of the cheese. Repeat layers.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Top with sour cream and chopped cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg