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Easy Chicken Enchilada Casserole - Layered, New Mexican Style

A simple, delicious layered chicken enchilada casserole with a New Mexican twist.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Cooked chicken, shredded
  • 2 cups Red enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese
  • 12 pieces Corn tortillas
  • 1 cup Sour cream
  • 1 cup Diced green chilies

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, 1 cup of enchilada sauce, and diced green chilies.
  3. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  4. Layer 4 tortillas over the sauce, overlapping as needed.
  5. Spread half of the chicken mixture over the tortillas, then sprinkle with cheese.
  6. Repeat the layers, ending with a layer of tortillas topped with remaining enchilada sauce and cheese.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving with sour cream.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Casserole, Chicken Enchilada
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