Easy Chicken Enchilada Casserole
This easy chicken enchilada casserole combines shredded chicken, cheese, and enchilada sauce for a quick and satisfying meal the whole family will enjoy.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1.5 cups red enchilada sauce
- 8 count flour tortillas 8-inch size
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup chopped green onions optional for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Place 4 tortillas over the sauce, then layer half of the shredded chicken, half of the cheese, and half of the remaining enchilada sauce.
- Repeat the layering with the remaining tortillas, chicken, cheese, and sauce.
- Cover the casserole with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and cheese is melted.
- Let cool slightly before serving, garnish with sour cream and chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
This casserole can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking. Leftovers reheat well for lunch or dinner the next day.