Chicken Enchilada Pie

Health score
8%
Chicken Enchilada Pie
80 min.
6
687kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that’s as comforting as it is delicious? Introducing Chicken Enchilada Pie, a delightful fusion of flavors that will have your taste buds dancing! This recipe combines tender, bite-sized pieces of chicken with a rich enchilada sauce, all layered between soft tortillas and topped with gooey Monterey Jack cheese. It’s the perfect meal for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a family gathering or simply looking to treat yourself to a satisfying dinner.

In just 80 minutes, you can create a hearty dish that serves six, making it ideal for sharing. The combination of seasoned rice, beans, and sweet corn adds a delightful texture and flavor that complements the savory chicken and cheese. Plus, the vibrant green onions sprinkled on top not only enhance the presentation but also add a fresh crunch that ties everything together.

This Chicken Enchilada Pie is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings warmth and joy to the table. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbohydrates, you can indulge without the guilt. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your family and friends with this mouthwatering main course that’s sure to become a new favorite!

Ingredients

  • 19 oz enchilada sauce canned
  • tablespoons spring onion thinly sliced (2 medium)
  • 15.5 oz old el taco dinner kit 
  • oz monterrey jack cheese shredded
  • lb chicken breast boneless skinless cut into bite-size pieces
  • 0.3 cup cream sour
  • cups water 
  • cup corn syrup white frozen

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook chicken, stirring occasionally, until browned. Stir in water, seasoning mix and seasoned rice & beans (from dinner kit).
  2. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium. Cook uncovered 9 to 11 minutes, stirring frequently, until almost all liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. Spray 9-inch round (3-quart) glass baking dish or casserole with cooking spray.
  5. Cut tortillas (from dinner kit) in half.
  6. Layer 4 of the tortilla halves in bottom of baking dish. Top with half (2 cups) of the chicken mixture. Top with 4 tortilla halves. Spoon corn over tortillas.
  7. Spread half of the enchilada sauce over corn.
  8. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the cheese. Top with 4 tortilla halves. Top with remaining chicken mixture. Continue layering with remaining tortilla halves, enchilada sauce, cheese and onions.
  9. Bake 35 to 45 minutes or until mixture is hot and cheese is melted. Cool 5 minutes. Top with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories687kcal
Protein19.02%
Fat45.38%
Carbs35.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.33
Glycemic Load
21.06
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
17.946086810983%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:686.96kcal
34.35%
Fat:34.68g
53.35%
Saturated Fat:21.85g
136.56%
Carbohydrates:61.21g
20.4%
Net Carbohydrates:58.21g
21.17%
Sugar:44.2g
49.11%
Cholesterol:95.73mg
31.91%
Sodium:1140.38mg
49.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:10.25mg
3.42%
Protein:32.71g
65.41%
Selenium:33.91µg
48.44%
Phosphorus:457.09mg
45.71%
Vitamin B3:8.73mg
43.67%
Calcium:391.31mg
39.13%
Vitamin B6:0.65mg
32.42%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
24.01%
Vitamin A:1051.62IU
21.03%
Vitamin B5:1.85mg
18.51%
Magnesium:67.06mg
16.77%
Potassium:561.69mg
16.05%
Vitamin B12:0.9µg
14.92%
Zinc:1.82mg
12.16%
Fiber:3g
12.01%
Copper:0.22mg
11.21%
Iron:2mg
11.11%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.06%
Vitamin K:9.29µg
8.85%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.4%
Folate:27.07µg
6.77%
Vitamin C:4.76mg
5.77%
Vitamin E:0.56mg
3.74%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
2.02%