Speedy Layered Chicken Enchilada Pie

Health score
23%
Speedy Layered Chicken Enchilada Pie
70 min.
6
561kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that can be whipped up in no time? Look no further than this Speedy Layered Chicken Enchilada Pie! Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any gathering, this dish combines the comforting flavors of traditional enchiladas with the convenience of a layered pie. With a delightful mix of tender chicken, zesty salsa, and gooey Monterey Jack cheese, every bite is a fiesta for your taste buds.

This recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 70 minutes from start to finish, but it also serves six hearty portions, making it ideal for family meals or entertaining friends. The combination of black beans, corn, and rice adds a nutritious twist, while the layers of tortillas create a satisfying texture that will leave everyone coming back for seconds.

Whether you're a busy parent, a meal prep enthusiast, or simply someone who loves good food, this Speedy Layered Chicken Enchilada Pie is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Plus, with a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, you can enjoy this dish guilt-free. So grab your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to impress your loved ones with this mouthwatering main course!

Ingredients

  • 11 oz flour tortilla for burritos (8 count
  • cups roasted chicken cubed cooked
  • 0.5 cup rice instant uncooked
  • oz monterrey jack cheese shredded reduced-fat
  • 15 oz black beans rinsed drained canned
  • 10 oz enchilada sauce red hot canned
  • cup corn syrup white frozen thawed drained (from 9-oz box)
  • cup salsa thick
  • tablespoons spring onion thinly sliced
  • serving cream sour reduced-fat
  • serving spring onion chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 9-inch round (2-quart) glass baking dish or casserole with cooking spray.
  2. Cut 5 of the tortillas in half.
  3. Cut remaining tortillas into 2 1/2-inch­wide strips.
  4. In large bowl, mix chicken, rice, 1 cup of the cheese, the beans and 1 cup of the enchilada sauce.
  5. Layer 4 tortilla halves in bottom of baking dish. Top with 1/4 cup enchilada sauce and half of the chicken mixture. Top with 2 tortilla halves; fill in empty spaces with 3 tortilla strips. Spoon corn over tortillas.
  6. Spread salsa over corn.
  7. Layer with 2 tortilla halves and 3 strips. Top with remaining half of chicken mixture. Continue layering with remaining 2 tortilla halves and strips, enchilada sauce, cheese and 2 tablespoons green onions.
  8. Bake uncovered 35 to 45 minutes or until mixture is thoroughly heated and cheese is melted. Cool 5 minutes. Top with sour cream and chopped green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories561kcal
Protein23.48%
Fat31.79%
Carbs44.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.03
Glycemic Load
15.64
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
22.52521734134%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:561.49kcal
28.07%
Fat:19.88g
30.59%
Saturated Fat:9.99g
62.42%
Carbohydrates:62.93g
20.98%
Net Carbohydrates:53.66g
19.51%
Sugar:9g
10%
Cholesterol:70.04mg
23.35%
Sodium:1615.74mg
70.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.03g
66.06%
Phosphorus:500.2mg
50.02%
Selenium:32.54µg
46.48%
Calcium:413.03mg
41.3%
Vitamin B3:7.63mg
38.14%
Fiber:9.26g
37.06%
Manganese:0.71mg
35.52%
Vitamin B1:0.45mg
29.84%
Vitamin B2:0.49mg
28.82%
Folate:111.69µg
27.92%
Iron:4.85mg
26.93%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.38%
Zinc:2.93mg
19.51%
Magnesium:75.56mg
18.89%
Potassium:631.71mg
18.05%
Vitamin A:879.34IU
17.59%
Copper:0.31mg
15.43%
Vitamin K:12.86µg
12.24%
Vitamin B5:1.19mg
11.87%
Vitamin B12:0.47µg
7.76%
Vitamin C:5.87mg
7.12%
Vitamin E:0.7mg
4.64%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.57%