Best 9 Enchilada Casserole Ii Recipes

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**Enchilada Casserole: A Tex-Mex Delight for Every Occasion**

Enchilada casserole is a delectable Tex-Mex dish that combines the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine with the convenience of a casserole. This hearty and flavorful dish features layers of corn tortillas, a savory filling, a rich enchilada sauce, and a generous topping of melted cheese. Served with your favorite sides like sour cream, guacamole, and salsa, enchilada casserole is a perfect meal for busy weeknights, potlucks, and special occasions alike.

This versatile dish offers endless possibilities for customization. From classic chicken or beef fillings to vegetarian options featuring black beans or sweet potatoes, there's an enchilada casserole recipe to suit every palate. The enchilada sauce can be made from scratch or store-bought, allowing you to adjust the heat level and flavors to your liking. And with the addition of different cheeses, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or queso fresco, you can create a casserole that's gooey, bubbly, and irresistibly cheesy.

In this collection of enchilada casserole recipes, you'll find a diverse range of dishes to satisfy your cravings. From the classic "Easy Enchilada Casserole" with its simple yet flavorful ingredients to the more adventurous "Enchilada Casserole with Sweet Potato and Black Bean Filling," there's a recipe here for every taste and occasion.

So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey to Tex-Mex heaven. Let's dive into the delicious world of enchilada casseroles!

Let's cook with our recipes!

CHICKEN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE II



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A great enchilada recipe for a hot summer night, and all you have to do is pair it with a salad and rice! It's best when you let it cool and set for a bit (but my sister likes it best piled on top of tortilla chips). Serve with Mexican rice and a salad if desired.

Provided by Anya

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
¼ cup diced onion
1 (8 ounce) can chili beans, drained
6 (12 inch) flour tortillas, cut into strips
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cooked and shredded
4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, mix sour cream, salsa, cream of chicken soup, onion and chili beans.
  • Layer the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish with 1/3 tortilla strips. Top with 1/3 chicken, 1/3 sour cream mixture and 1/3 Cheddar cheese. Repeat layering with remaining ingredients.
  • Bake in the preheated oven 20 to 30 minutes, or until golden and bubbly. Let stand about 10 minutes, or as long as you can stand it!!! You're done!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 537.3 calories, Carbohydrate 39.9 g, Cholesterol 94.9 mg, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 31.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 1130.5 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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Every time I serve this dish, I get satisfied reviews-even from my father, who usually doesn't like Mexican food. Plus, it smells delicious while baking. -Nancy VanderVeer, Knoxville, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound ground beef (90% lean)
1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
1 cup salsa
6 flour tortillas (10 inch)
2 cups fresh or frozen corn
4 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Stir in enchilada sauce and salsa; set aside. , Place 2 tortillas, overlapping as necessary, in the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover with a third of the meat mixture. Top with 1 cup corn; sprinkle with 1-1/3 cups cheese. Repeat layers once, then top with remaining tortillas, meat and cheese. , Bake, uncovered, 30 minutes or until bubbly., Freeze Option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 918mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

QUICK AND EASY GREEN CHILE CHICKEN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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I got my picture in the paper for this one! My friends' husbands always fall in love with this when I bring it to parties! My 4 picky kids eat it! If you want to skip the charring step, simply tear the tortillas into fourths so they absorb the sauce better.

Provided by SGRCOOKI

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
garlic salt to taste
18 (6 inch) corn tortillas, torn in half
1 (28 ounce) can green chile enchilada sauce
1 (16 ounce) package shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 (8 ounce) container reduced fat sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
  • Season chicken with garlic salt. Arrange in the prepared baking dish. Bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven, until no longer pink and juices run clear. Cool, shred, and set aside.
  • With metal tongs, char each tortilla half over the open flame of a gas stove burner for about 1 minute, until lightly puffed.
  • Pour about 1/2 inch enchilada sauce in the bottom of a medium baking dish, and arrange 6 tortillas in a single layer. Top with 1/2 the chicken, 1/3 cheese, 1/2 the sour cream, and 1/3 of the remaining enchilada sauce. Repeat. Coat remaining tortillas thoroughly with remaining enchilada sauce, and arrange on top of the layers. Sprinkle with remaining cheese, and top with any remaining enchilada sauce
  • Cover, and bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven. Cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 955.2 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS II



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A great way to use leftover chicken. Even kids love these!

Provided by teppij

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter
½ cup chopped green onions
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
½ cup sour cream
1 ½ cups cubed cooked chicken breast meat
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
6 (12 inch) flour tortillas
¼ cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a large baking dish.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and saute the green onion until tender (about 3 to 4 minutes). Add the garlic powder, then stir in the green chiles, cream of mushroom soup and sour cream. Mix well. Reserve 3/4 of this sauce and set aside. To the remaining 1/4 of the sauce in the saucepan, add the chicken and 1/2 cup of shredded Cheddar cheese. Stir together.
  • Fill each flour tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll up. Place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.
  • In a small bowl combine the reserved 3/4 of the sauce with the milk. Spoon this mixture over the rolled tortillas and top with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded Cheddar cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 619 calories, Carbohydrate 66.8 g, Cholesterol 60.4 mg, Fat 27.1 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 1459 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

EASY ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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A creamy, picante Tex-Mex enchilada casserole. Garnish with sour cream and black olives, if desired.

Provided by JEANNIED59

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
4 cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, chopped
8 ounces sour cream
½ cup chopped green onions
3 cups salsa
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
12 (8 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl combine the soup, chicken, sour cream and green onions. Mix together. In another small bowl combine the salsa and green chile peppers and mix.
  • Cover the bottom of the baking dish with 4 tortillas. Add 1/2 of the chicken mixture, 1/2 of the salsa mixture, and 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheese. Repeat layers. Add another layer of 4 tortillas and top with the remaining 1 cup of cheese.
  • Cover and bake in the preheated oven for 55 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted on top. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 575.6 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Cholesterol 91 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 33.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.9 g, Sodium 1508.3 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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The inclusion of tempeh adds a good measure of protein to this spicy enchilada casserole. You can replace the Cheddar cheese with Monterey Jack if you like. Serve with sour cream and salsa!

Provided by Carol Hilderbrand

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, chopped
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chile peppers
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 (8 ounce) package tempeh, crumbled
6 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 (19 ounce) can enchilada sauce
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees (175 degrees C). Lightly oil a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the beans, garlic, onion, chile peppers, jalapeno pepper, and tempeh. Pour enchilada sauce into a shallow bowl.
  • Dip three tortillas in the enchilada sauce, and place them in the prepared baking dish. Be sure to cover the bottom of the dish as completely as possible. Place 1/2 of the bean mixture on top of the tortillas, and repeat. Drizzle the remaining sauce over the casserole, and sprinkle with olives and shredded cheese.
  • Cover, and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover, and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.2 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 709.2 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

ENCHILADA CASSEROLE III



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This is a layered casserole that is always a favorite with my husband and kids. Served with Spanish rice and a green salad, it is sure to please everyone.

Provided by Kathy

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (1.5 ounce) package dry enchilada sauce mix
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
¾ cup water
1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
1 (12 ounce) package corn tortillas
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix the dry enchilada sauce according to package directions, replacing tomato sauce with the tomato paste and water
  • In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with garlic salt and onion powder; drain fat. Mix refried beans and 1/2 cup of the prepared enchilada sauce with the meat.
  • Dip enough corn tortillas to cover the bottom of a 3 quart casserole dish in the remaining enchilada sauce. Arrange tortillas in the dish. Spoon in half of the meat mixture, covering the tortillas. Spread half of the Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the meat. Cover with another layer tortillas dipped in enchilada sauce. Spoon in remaining meat mixture and top with a final layer of tortillas dipped in enchilada sauce. Pour any remaining sauce over the layers and top with remaining cheese.
  • Cover and bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Cholesterol 86.9 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 1522.1 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

BEEF ENCHILADAS II



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Simple and quick beef enchiladas. Ground beef and onion are wrapped in flour tortillas, topped with Cheddar cheese and black olives, then baked. This is also great with leftover chicken, shredded beef or turkey. Serve with a green salad or beans and rice.

Provided by Becky

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 (1.5 ounce) package dry enchilada sauce mix
10 (10 inch) flour tortillas
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a medium skillet over medium high heat, cook the ground beef and onion until beef is evenly browned and onion is tender.
  • Prepare the enchilada sauce according to package directions. Pour 1/4 cup of the sauce into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • On each flour tortilla, place an equal portion of the ground beef mixture and about 1 ounce of Cheddar cheese, reserving at least 1/2 cup of cheese. Then tightly roll the tortillas and place seam side down in the baking dish.
  • Pour the remaining sauce over the top of the enchiladas and sprinkle with the remaining cheese and olives.
  • Bake in a preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and cheese is thoroughly melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.8 calories, Carbohydrate 40.5 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 1273.7 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

DOUBLE-DUTY LAYERED ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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Here's a heap of cozy comfort. The Taste of Home Test Kitchen took my recipe for chili without beans and turned it into a scrumptious enchilada casserole. -Molly Butt, Granville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cups reserved Double-Duty Hearty Chili without Beans or any thick chili without beans
1-1/2 cups frozen corn (about 8 ounces)
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
6 flour tortillas (10 inches)
3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
Optional: Shredded lettuce and chopped fresh tomatoes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, mix reserved chili, corn and beans. Spread 1 cup chili mixture into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with 2 tortillas, 2 cups chili mixture, 1 cup cheese and 1/2 cup enchilada sauce. Repeat layers. Top with the remaining tortillas and chili mixture., Bake, covered, 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes longer. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting. If desired, serve with lettuce and tomatoes. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 375°. Cover casserole with foil; bake as directed, increasing covered time to 40-45 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°. Serve as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 1031mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your enchilada casserole the best flavor. Use ripe tomatoes, onions, and peppers, and fresh cilantro.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When you're browning the ground beef, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the beef from cooking evenly. Cook the beef in batches if necessary.
  • Use a good quality enchilada sauce: The enchilada sauce is a key ingredient in this dish, so it's important to use a good quality sauce. Look for a sauce that is flavorful and has a good balance of spices.
  • Don't overcook the enchiladas: The enchiladas should be cooked until the cheese is melted and bubbly, but don't overcook them or the tortillas will become tough.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: Enchilada casserole is delicious served with a variety of toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

Enchilada casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef, and it's also a great dish for potlucks and parties. With these tips, you can make a delicious enchilada casserole that your family and friends will love.

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