Layered Chile-Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Health score
11%
Layered Chile-Chicken Enchilada Casserole
90 min.
8
448kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that’s as comforting as it is delicious? Introducing the Layered Chile-Chicken Enchilada Casserole, a mouthwatering creation that brings the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine right to your table. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight meal, this casserole is sure to impress both friends and family alike.

Imagine layers of tender, diced chicken mingling with a creamy blend of sour cream and zesty green chiles, all enveloped in soft flour tortillas. Each bite is a delightful combination of textures and flavors, topped off with a generous sprinkle of melted Colby-Monterey Jack cheese that creates a golden, bubbly crust. The addition of refried beans adds a hearty element, making this dish not only satisfying but also packed with protein.

What’s more, this casserole is incredibly versatile. It can be served as a main course, a side dish, or even a lunch option, making it a fantastic choice for any occasion. With a preparation time of just 90 minutes, you can whip up this culinary masterpiece without spending all day in the kitchen. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in a layered delight that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • cups roasted chicken diced cooked
  • 12 oz colby cheese shredded
  • oz chilis green undrained chopped canned
  • 0.8 cup cream sour
  • 11 oz flour tortilla for burritos (8 count
  • 16 oz refried beans traditional canned
  • 10 oz enchilada sauce red canned
  • 0.3 cup spring onion sliced
  • cup lettuce shredded
  • 0.8 cup tomatoes chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix chicken, 1 1/2 cups of the cheese, the chiles and sour cream.
  2. Layer 3 tortillas in baking dish, overlapping as necessary and placing slightly up sides of dish (cut third tortilla in half).
  3. Spread about half of the beans over tortillas. Top with about half of the chicken mixture and half of the enchilada sauce.
  4. Layer with 3 more tortillas and remaining beans and chicken mixture.
  5. Place remaining 2 tortillas over chicken mixture, overlapping slightly (do not place up sides of dish).
  6. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over top.
  7. Sprinkle with remaining 1 1/2 cups cheese.
  8. Cover baking dish with foil.
  9. Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until bubbly and thoroughly heated.
  10. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes before cutting.
  11. Garnish casserole or individual servings with onions, lettuce and tomato.

Nutrition Facts

Calories448kcal
Protein23.43%
Fat47.51%
Carbs29.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.88
Glycemic Load
7.79
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
15.161304639733%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.09mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.54mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:447.88kcal
22.39%
Fat:23.35g
35.93%
Saturated Fat:12.55g
78.44%
Carbohydrates:32.13g
10.71%
Net Carbohydrates:27.19g
9.89%
Sugar:6.8g
7.56%
Cholesterol:79.37mg
26.46%
Sodium:1268.31mg
55.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.92g
51.83%
Calcium:403.26mg
40.33%
Phosphorus:366.09mg
36.61%
Selenium:24.34µg
34.77%
Vitamin B3:4.74mg
23.7%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.69%
Vitamin A:1065.36IU
21.31%
Fiber:4.95g
19.78%
Iron:3.21mg
17.83%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.03%
Folate:61.7µg
15.42%
Zinc:2.18mg
14.52%
Vitamin K:14.02µg
13.35%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.14%
Manganese:0.24mg
11.91%
Vitamin C:8.5mg
10.31%
Vitamin B12:0.5µg
8.33%
Magnesium:32.5mg
8.12%
Potassium:280.27mg
8.01%
Vitamin B5:0.6mg
6.01%
Copper:0.1mg
4.77%
Vitamin E:0.31mg
2.07%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.7%