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Green chile chicken enchilada casserole

Satisfying Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole Delight


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  • Author: jennifer
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A flavorful and comforting casserole that comes together quickly, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 18 (6-inch) Corn Tortillas
  • 28 oz Green Chile Enchilada Sauce
  • 16 oz Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
  • 8 oz Reduced-Fat Sour Cream
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Salt
  • 1 cup Diced Jalapeños
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season your chicken breasts with garlic salt and cook in a skillet for about 6-7 minutes on each side.
  3. Shred the cooked chicken and mix it with half of the green chile enchilada sauce, cayenne pepper, and diced jalapeños.
  4. Pour some of the remaining sauce into a 9×13 baking dish.
  5. Layer torn tortillas, chicken mixture, and cheese, repeating until all ingredients are used.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Cool for a bit before serving with sour cream and cilantro.

Notes

This recipe is versatile; feel free to add different vegetables or swap proteins as desired.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg