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Nicole Grace

Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Casserole: Easy Dinner Delight!

A delicious and easy-to-make Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Casserole that combines shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and cheese for a delightful dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 can 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 15 ounces corn, drained
  • 1 can 10 ounces red enchilada sauce
  • 1 can 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 8 corn tortillas cut into strips
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, layer half of the tortilla strips evenly across the bottom.
  4. Spread half of the chicken mixture over the tortilla strips, followed by half of the shredded cheese.
  5. Repeat the layers with the remaining tortilla strips, chicken mixture, and top with the remaining cheese.
  6. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Top with sour cream and cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/6 of the casseroleCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or use spicy enchilada sauce.
  • Substitute ground turkey or beef for the chicken for a different protein option.

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