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Shredded Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Cozy Up with Shredded Chicken Enchilada Casserole Delight

This Shredded Chicken Enchilada Casserole combines tender chicken, zesty sauce, and gooey cheese for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 3 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken store-bought or homemade
  • 1 small Onion, Diced or shallots for a milder taste
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper, Diced or swap for green bell pepper
  • 2 cups Enchilada Sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin or chili powder as alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or use fresh garlic
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas, cut into strips or flour tortillas
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1 can Black Beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Corn Kernels drained, or use frozen corn
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or vegetable oil
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • Fresh Cilantro for garnish
  • Sour Cream and Lime Wedges for serving, optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the diced onion and red bell pepper for about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the cooked shredded chicken along with the enchilada sauce, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and season with salt and pepper. Heat through for 3 minutes.
  4. Spread a thin layer of the chicken mixture across the bottom of your prepared baking dish.
  5. Layer half of the corn tortilla strips, followed by half of the black beans, corn kernels, and 1 cup of shredded cheese.
  6. Repeat by adding the remaining chicken mixture, followed by tortilla strips, remaining black beans, corn, and cheese. Finish with a sprinkle of cheese.
  7. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  8. Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  9. Allow to cool for a few minutes, garnish with cilantro, and serve with sour cream and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This casserole can be prepared up to a day in advance and stored in the fridge. Adjust baking time if made ahead.

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