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Chicken enchiladas Casserole

Chicken Enchilada Casserole

A comforting and delicious casserole featuring shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and zesty green chilies wrapped in soft tortillas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups Cooked chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened Ensure it's at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Sour cream Adds creaminess to the filling.
  • 1.5 cups Shredded cheese (Monterey Jack and Cheddar mix) For a cheesy topping.
  • 8 large Flour tortillas Holds the filling together.
  • 1 cup Chicken broth To keep the casserole moist.
  • 1 can (4 ounces) Diced green chilies Adds a zesty flavor.
  • 1 cup Additional shredded cheese for topping For extra cheesiness on top.

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, sour cream, 1.5 cups of shredded cheese, chicken broth, and diced green chilies. Mix until well combined.
  3. Take a flour tortilla and spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture into the center. Roll the tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down in a greased baking dish. Repeat with all tortillas.
  4. Pour any remaining chicken mixture over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle the additional shredded cheese on top.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Customize your casserole with optional ingredients like jalapeños, black beans, or bell peppers for added flavor and texture.