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comforting green enchilada casserole

Green Enchilada Casserole

This Green Enchilada Casserole combines layers of lightly fried corn tortillas with a creamy sauce of green chilies, chicken, and melted cheddar cheese. The tangy chilies and velvety texture create a comforting dish that's simple to prepare yet delivers impressive flavor in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup cooked chicken breast shredded
  • 2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
  • 4 ounces green chilies diced
  • 1/2 pint sour cream about 1 cup
  • 1/2 medium onion chopped
  • 12-16 corn tortillas

Equipment

  • 9x13 casserole dish
  • Medium bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine sour cream, cream of chicken soup, green chilies, cooked chicken breast, and chopped onion. Mix well.
  3. Heat a saucepan over medium heat. Quickly fry each corn tortilla for about 5 seconds per side to soften them and prevent sogginess during baking.
  4. Lightly coat a 9x13 casserole dish with cooking spray or oil.
  5. Begin layering: place tortillas on the bottom of the dish, sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese, then spread a layer of the chicken mixture.
  6. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a generous layer of cheese on top.
  7. Bake for 30-40 minutes, until the edges are bubbling and the cheese on top is golden brown.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set.

Notes

For a time-saving tip, use rotisserie chicken from the grocery store. Freshly grated cheddar melts more smoothly than pre-shredded varieties. Allow sour cream to come to room temperature before mixing for better blending.
This casserole can be easily customized - try using ground beef or black beans instead of chicken for variety. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through.