Quick and Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 0

Quick and easy green chile chicken enchilada casserole that is perfect for busy weeknights

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 skinless , boneless chicken breast halves
	garlic salt to taste
	18 corn tortillas , torn in half
	1 can green chile enchilada sauce
	1 package shredded Monterey Jack cheese
	1 container reduced fat sour cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

425

Sugar

Fat

19g

The quick and easy green chile chicken enchilada casserole is a classic Tex-Mex dish that is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. The combination of tender shredded chicken, spicy green chile sauce, and melted cheese on top of soft corn tortillas will leave your taste buds satisfied. One of the best things about this dish is that it requires minimal preparation time, making it perfect for a stress-free dinner.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	Season chicken breasts with garlic salt and cook in a skillet until no longer pink. Remove from heat and shred.
3.	In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a layer of enchilada sauce.
4.	Arrange 6 tortilla halves over the sauce, and then a layer of shredded chicken.
5.	Spread another layer of sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with cheese.
6.	Repeat layers, ending with the last of the cheese.
7.	Bake for 40 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
8.	Serve with a dollop of sour cream on top.

PROS

This green chile chicken enchilada casserole is easy to make, requires only a few ingredients, and is a crowd-pleaser.

The dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for easy meal planning.

It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken.

CONS

The calories and fat content of this dish can add up quickly depending on the amount of cheese and sour cream used.

It may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or sensitivity to spicy foods.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Green chiles contain capsaicin, which has been linked to increasing metabolism and reducing inflammation.
Chicken is a good source of lean protein and essential vitamins and minerals, and corn tortillas are a good source of fiber.