LAYERED CHICKEN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE

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This is my favorite Mexican casserole! I changed much of the original to suit our taste. I love it with a dollop of sour cream on top. My family loves it!

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h5m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon canola oil (or vegetable)
1 medium sweet onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
5 cups cooked and shredded chicken breasts
2 (1 1/4 ounce) packets enchilada seasoning (or taco)
1 cup water
12 soft flour burrito-size flour tortillas
2 (15 ounce) cans dark red kidney beans, drained
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa (mild)
3 tablespoons cilantro, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Spray a 13x9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil and cook onion and garlic, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender.
  • Stir in enchilada (or taco) seasoning, 1 tbsp cilantro and 1 cup water; heat through.
  • Remove from heat and stir in shredded chicken.
  • Arrange 4 tortillas to cover the bottom of baking dish. Spoon 1/2 chicken mixture over tortillas. Evenly spoon 1/2 kidney beans, then 1/2 of corn, then 1 cup cheddar cheese over top for first layer.
  • Repeat layers.
  • Top with last 4 tortillas. Evenly pour salsa over top and sprinkle with Monterey jack cheese and remaining 2 tbsp cilantro. Bake at 350°F for about 45 minutes.

Joburaz Ahmed
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This casserole was a bit too sour for my taste. I would use less lemon juice next time.


robert angelina
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This casserole was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would use less sugar next time.


Lookman Hakim
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This casserole was a bit too salty for my taste. I would use less salt next time.


Fareha khan
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This casserole was a bit dry. I would add more sauce next time.


Lucas Kip
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This casserole was too spicy for my taste. I would use less chili powder next time.


Lee Devlin
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This casserole was too cheesy for my taste. I would use less cheese next time.


micah Good
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This casserole was a bit bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.


Sharone Knowles
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I made this casserole for my husband's birthday and he loved it. It was a great way to celebrate.


Sania Jawad
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This casserole was easy to make and it turned out great. The flavors were perfect and it was a hit with my family.


Elgiva Esau
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I'm not a huge fan of enchiladas, but this casserole was surprisingly good. I would definitely make it again.


Subadra Kumuduni
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This was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night. It was so cheesy and flavorful.


Zion Simmons
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Md Bozlu
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This casserole was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


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