Description
This easy Chicken Enchilada Casserole Recipe has all the flavors of chicken enchiladas, in an incredibly easy to put together casserole. This casserole features layers of shredded chicken, black beans, corn and bell pepper in an enchilada sauce, and is layered with corn tortillas and cheese. This casserole is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped or minced
3 cups cooked shredded chicken
15oz. can black beans, drained and rinsed
15oz. can corn kernels, drained
4 cups enchilada sauce
12 corn tortillas, halved
3 cups shredded cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnishing (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F/180°c.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over a medium-high heat, and add the diced onions and bell pepper. Cook, stirring, until softened. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until fragrant.
3. Add the shredded chicken, black beans, corn kernels and enchilada sauce to the onion mixture. Simmer until heated through. Remove from the heat.
4. Spread 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture over the base of a 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
5. Top with 1/3 of the tortilla halves. Spread over 1/3 of the remaining chicken mixture, followed by 1/3 of the cheese. Repeat these layers twice more, finishing with a cheese layer.
6. Cover the baking dish with foil, and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil, then bake for a further 10 minutes, or until the cheese is golden. Slice and serve.
Notes
• This casserole can be served with chopped avocado, chopped red onion, dollops of sour cream and/or lime wedges.
Storage: Store this casserole in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat until piping hot using the oven or microwave.
Freezing: This casserole is suitable for freezing. Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight, before reheating according to the above directions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven Baked
- Cuisine: American
