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Green Chicken Enchilada Casserole

A delicious and hearty casserole featuring layers of chicken, green enchilada sauce, and cheese, perfect for a family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 can green enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn frozen or canned

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, green enchilada sauce, sour cream, black beans, and corn.
  3. In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the chicken mixture on the bottom.
  4. Layer 4 corn tortillas over the chicken mixture, then add half of the remaining chicken mixture and top with 1 cup of shredded cheese.
  5. Repeat the layers with the remaining tortillas, chicken mixture, and cheese.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serving
  1. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before slicing.
  2. Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro or avocado if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.

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