How to Make Chicken Enchilada Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken Enchilada Casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or for a gathering with friends and family. This Mexican-inspired casserole is filled with layers of tender chicken, flavorful enchilada sauce, melted cheese, and tortillas, creating a hearty and satisfying meal that everyone will love.

What sets this casserole apart from traditional enchiladas is that it's baked in a casserole dish, creating a beautifully layered and bubbly dish that'...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
  • 1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (8 ounce) can chili beans, drained
  • ¼ cup diced onion
  • 6 (12 inch) flour tortillas, cut into strips
  • 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cooked and shredded
  • 4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 12

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix sour cream, salsa, condensed soup, chili beans, and onion in a large bowl.
  • Layer the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish with 1/3 of the tortilla strips. Top with 1/3 of the chicken, 1/3 of the sour cream mixture, and 1/3 of the Cheddar cheese. Repeat layering with remaining ingredients.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and bubbly, 20 to 30 minutes. Let stand about 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    537 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 95mg
    • Sodium: 1131mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 31g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 417mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 467mg