Description
Level up your dinner routine with this comforting Chicken Enchilada Casserole. It’s a delicious, easy dinner idea that combines layers of seasoned chicken, black beans, enchilada sauce, tortillas, and melty cheese into one irresistible bake. Perfect for a weeknight family meal, potluck, or meal prep, this recipe brings the flavor of traditional enchiladas in a simpler, casserole form. Whether you’re searching for quick meals, easy casseroles, or hearty food ideas, this dish checks every box—cozy, filling, and crowd-approved.
Ingredients
2 cups shredded chicken
10 corn tortillas
2 cups red enchilada sauce
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can diced green chiles (4 oz)
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chopped green onions (for topping)
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (for garnish)
1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
2. Sauté chopped onions in olive oil until soft. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
3. Add shredded chicken, green chiles, black beans, and 1/2 cup enchilada sauce. Stir and heat through.
4. Spread a small amount of enchilada sauce on the bottom of the dish.
5. Layer torn tortillas, chicken mixture, and cheese. Repeat layers, ending with cheese.
6. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
7. Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until bubbly.
8. Top with green onions and cilantro. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Lightly fry or warm tortillas before layering to prevent tearing.
Let the casserole rest before cutting so it holds its shape better.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken enchilada casserole, easy dinner, Mexican casserole