Description
Love enchiladas but want an easier alternative? This Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole is the perfect solution! Layered with tender chicken, creamy sour cream sauce, soft tortillas, and melty cheese, this casserole packs bold, comforting flavors into one dish. It’s simple to make, perfect for meal prep, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Sour Cream Sauce:
- 1/4 cup (28g) butter
- 1/4 cup (32g) all-purpose flour
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups (473ml) chicken broth
- 1 cup (230g) sour cream
- 2 tablespoons pickled jalapenos, chopped
- 1 teaspoon pickled jalapeno juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Enchilada Casserole:
- 3 cups (420g) cooked, shredded chicken
- 12 (6-inch) tortillas (flour or corn)
- 2 cups (226g) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (113g) Cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Make the Sour Cream Sauce:
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, whisking continuously.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, whisking until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in the sour cream, chopped jalapenos, jalapeno juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Assemble the Casserole:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Layer 6 tortillas at the bottom of the dish, slightly overlapping to cover the surface.
- Spread half of the shredded chicken evenly over the tortillas.
- Pour half of the sour cream sauce over the chicken, then sprinkle 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese on top.
- Repeat the layers using the remaining tortillas, chicken, sauce, and Monterey Jack cheese.
- Top with the Cheddar cheese for extra flavor and a golden finish.
- Bake the Casserole:
- Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, diced avocado, or sour cream for added flavor. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Choose Your Tortillas: Corn tortillas add a more traditional flavor, while flour tortillas create a softer texture. Either works great for this recipe.
- Adjust the Spice: Add more or less jalapenos and jalapeno juice to suit your spice tolerance.
- Use Rotisserie Chicken: For convenience, use store-bought rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Make Ahead: Assemble the casserole up to 24 hours in advance, refrigerate, and bake fresh when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired