Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Main course

Chicken Enchilada Casserole

A layered casserole featuring shredded chicken, enchilada sauce, corn tortillas, and Monterey Jack cheese.

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Difficulty
Easy
Prep time
15 min
Cook time
- min
Rest time
5 min
Servings
6
Method
Oven
Cuisine
Mexicaine
Category
Main course
Visibility
Public

Ingredients (6 servings)

  • Enchilada Sauce 14 oz
  • Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese 3 cups
  • Corn Tortillas 6 units
  • Chicken Breasts 2 units

Preparation

  1. 1
    Cut the chicken breasts into pieces and cook them in the enchilada sauce over low-medium heat for about 20 minutes.
  2. 2
    Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and set the sauce aside.
  3. 3
    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  4. 4
    Spread a little sauce at the bottom of a baking dish. Add a layer of tortillas, chicken, sauce, and cheese.
  5. 5
    Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.
  6. 6
    Bake for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Chef's Notes & Tips

Recipe based on an actual TheMealDB recipe / linked source: https://www.themealdb.com/meal/52765. Estimated nutrition per serving to fill out the sheet; verify if medical accuracy is required. Image provided via TheMealDB/source. No fish added; seafood sauces replaced with soy/hoisin when necessary.

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