Chicken Enchilada Ranch Casserole is a flavorful and versatile dish that combines the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine with the creamy comfort of a classic casserole. This hearty and satisfying meal is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Our recipe features tender chicken, a rich and flavorful enchilada sauce, and a creamy ranch dressing, all topped with a layer of melted cheese.
In addition to the main casserole recipe, we also provide instructions for making your own homemade enchilada sauce and ranch dressing from scratch. These homemade sauces take your casserole to the next level, adding a layer of depth and complexity that is sure to impress your taste buds. We also include a vegetarian variation of the casserole, using black beans instead of chicken, for a meatless option that is equally delicious and satisfying.
No matter which recipe you choose, our Chicken Enchilada Ranch Casserole is sure to be a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a busy weeknight, and it's also a great dish to serve at potlucks or parties. So gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy this mouthwatering and memorable meal!
CHICKEN RANCH ENCHILADAS
I got this recipe from my cousin and now this is my favorite dish. The ranch dressing mix adds nice flavor.
Provided by Smith's Wife
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the chicken and cook until no longer pink in the center, about 7 minutes. Whisk together the condensed cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chiles, and ranch dressing in a bowl; spread a thin layer of the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of sauce into each tortilla; divide the chicken among the tortillas and sprinkle with 3/4 of the cheese. Roll the tortillas into cylinders and place seam-side-down into the baking dish. Pour the remaining sauce over the enchiladas and cover the dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until hot, about 35 minutes. Remove the foil and sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Return to the oven and cook a few more minutes until the cheese melts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 812.8 calories, Carbohydrate 57.1 g, Cholesterol 144.7 mg, Fat 47.6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 38.5 g, SaturatedFat 27.3 g, Sodium 1788.8 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
PULLED PORK ENCHILADA CASSEROLE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400˚. Coat an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. Spread 1/2 cup enchilada sauce in the bottom of the pan and top with 3 corn tortillas, slightly overlapping and cutting as needed to fit. Top with half each of the pork, beans and corn; sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese. Top with 3 more tortillas and spread with another 1/2 cup enchilada sauce. Top with the remaining pork, beans and corn and sprinkle with another 1/2 cup cheese. Top with the remaining 4 tortillas; spread the remaining enchilada sauce on top.
- Cover with foil and bake until hot and bubbling around the edges, 20 to 25 minutes. Uncover, top with the remaining 1 cup cheese and continue to bake until melted and bubbling all over, about 10 minutes. Top each serving with sour cream, scallions and cilantro.
ENCHILADA CASSEROLE
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
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.
ENCHILADA RANCH CASSEROLE
I made this one up when I was tired of the same old Enchilada Casserole, I thought it was alright, but my husband LOVED it. This makes a huge batch, so if you're a family of four, I would just make it in 2 9x9 baking dishes and freeze the other one.
Provided by 2SpiceItUp
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h20m
Yield 8-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place chicken breasts in boiling water until cooked through. Shred.
- Cook Black Beans in saucepot 5-7 minutes, drain and rinse.
- Combine soup mix, enchilada sauce, drained beans, green chiles, sour cream, and ranch dressing mix in large mixing bowl. Add shredded chicken.
- Tear Tortillas into large pieces and layer 1/3 in bottome of sprayed 11x15 or 2-9x9 baking dishes. cover with 1/3 chicken mixture and 1/3 cheddar cheese. Repeat twice. Cover with foil and bake in preheated 350 degree oven 35-45 minutes or until heated through. Remove foil and top with 1 cup crushed Ranch Doritos and return to oven for 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve on a bed of crushed Doritos and Garnish with a spoon of salsa, sour cream and top with olives.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh tortillas, flavorful cheese, and juicy chicken will make all the difference.
- Don't overcook the chicken. It should be cooked through, but not dry.
- Don't skimp on the cheese. It's what makes the casserole gooey and delicious.
- Be careful not to overcook the casserole. It should be heated through, but not dry.
- Serve the casserole immediately with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
Conclusion:
Enchilada ranch casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for busy weeknights. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a meal that the whole family will love.
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