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Hearty Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Casserole


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded 🍗
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed 🫘
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained 🌽
  • 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce 🌶️
  • 1 cup salsa 🥣
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend) 🧀
  • 8 corn tortillas, cut into strips 🌮
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin 🌿
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder 🌶️
  • Salt to taste 🧂
  • Black pepper to taste ⚫️
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional) 🌿
  • Sour cream, for serving (optional) 🥄

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) baking dish with oil or nonstick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, black beans, corn, enchilada sauce, salsa, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper until evenly combined.
  3. Arrange half of the tortilla strips in an even layer on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  4. Spread half of the chicken and bean mixture over the tortilla layer, then sprinkle with half of the shredded cheese.
  5. Repeat: add the remaining tortilla strips, spread the remaining chicken mixture on top, and finish with the remaining cheese.
  6. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
  8. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes so it sets and becomes easier to slice.
  9. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve with dollops of sour cream on the side.