Quick and Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Discover the delicious and satisfying Quick and Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole, a perfect dish for both busy weeknights and special gatherings. This flavorful casserole layers tender shredded chicken, creamy sour cream, and zesty green chile enchilada sauce, all topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese. It’s a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to prepare and customize to your family’s tastes. Whether you’re serving it at a potluck or enjoying it as a family dinner, this dish is sure to impress everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 18 corn tortillas
- 28 oz green chile enchilada sauce
- 16 oz shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 8 oz reduced-fat sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken with garlic salt, bake for 45 minutes until cooked through, then shred.
- Optional: Char tortilla halves over an open flame for added flavor.
- Layer enchilada sauce in the baking dish, followed by tortilla halves, shredded chicken, cheese, sour cream, and more sauce until all ingredients are used.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg