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

Have you ever wanted to make a delicious and unique twist on a traditional enchilada casserole? Look no further than this recipe for Funky Chicken Enchilada Casserole! This dish is filled with layers of flavor, making it a perfect option for a family dinner or a potluck with friends.

What makes this casserole funky, you ask? It's the unexpected addition of ingredients like pineapple, black beans, and corn that give this dish a distinct and unforgettable taste. These ingredients bring ...

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Ingredients

  • 12 (6 inch) corn tortillas
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or more to taste
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 8 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 medium yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 medium orange bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn
  • ½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch casserole

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line the bottom and sides of a 9x13-inch casserole dish with tortillas.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and season with cumin, taco seasoning, and cayenne. Stir in onion and garlic and cook until chicken is browned, about 5 minutes. Add bell peppers; cook and stir for another 5 minutes. Mix in black beans, kidney beans, and corn.
  • Remove from the heat and pour mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Top with cilantro and pepper Jack cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese starts to brown on top, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    412 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 75mg
    • Sodium: 542mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 32g
    • Vitamin C: 64mg
    • Calcium: 222mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 494mg