Green Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Quick and easy green chicken enchilada casserole is made with a creamy green chile chicken filling layered with tortillas, sauce and cheese. It's crowd-pleasing comfort food!

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 35

Servings:

Ingredients

1 ½ cups green enchilada sauce , I prefer Las Palmas
12 corn tortillas
2 ½ cups shredded cooked chicken breast
⅓ cup sour cream , or cream cheese
4 ounce can green chiles
1-2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese , or Mexican blend
Salt and Pepper , to taste

Optional toppings: cilantro, red bell pepper, tomatoes, avocado, sliced olives, sour cream

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray 9-inch casserole dish with non-stick spray and set aside. Pour about 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce onto the bottom of the pan.
In a medium size bowl combine 2 1/2 cups chicken, 4 ounce can green chiles and 1/3 cup sour cream (or softened cream cheese). Season with salt and pepper to taste. You can add in 1/2 teaspoon chili powder if you want to take up the heat.
Cover the baking dish with about 3 tortillas (I like to break them in half). Spread some sauce on top and then add 1/3 of the chicken mixture. Then sprinkle on 1/3 of the cheese. Repeat for 1-2 more layers.
Place foil over the pan and bake for 20 minutes. Then bake 5-10 more minutes uncovered, or until cheese is bubbly. You can broil the last minute if you'd like the top crispy. Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes.
Add your favorite toppings and serve while warm.

Notes

Protein: You may sub the chicken for shredded pork or beef.

Beans: To make vegetarian you could omit the chicken and add in pinto or black beans.

Vegetables: You can also add in a layer of sautéed onions and bell peppers with the chicken.

Tip: If you have extra enchilada sauce, freeze in a zip top bag for later. You could also double this recipe and freeze half for later.

Freezer instructions: Layer in a foil tin and wrap tightly. Store in the freezer uncooked. The night before baking, place in the refrigerator to thaw. Then bake at 350°F for 30-40 minutes covered and 10-15 minutes uncovered.

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