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Easy Enchilada Casserole

An easy, creamy, Tex-Mex enchilada casserole. Garnish with sour cream and black olives, if desired.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 9 people
Calories 6003.5 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Dish 9x13-inch
  • 1 Medium Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Small Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Spatula or Large Spoon For mixing and spreading
  • 1 Aluminum Foil For covering the baking dish

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 1 10.5 ounce can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 4 cooked skinless boneless chicken breast halves, chopped
  • 8 ounces sour cream
  • ½ cup chopped green onions
  • 3 cups salsa
  • 1 4 ounce can diced green chiles
  • 4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 12 8 inch flour tortillas

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl combine soup, chicken, sour cream, and green onions. Mix together. In another small bowl, combine salsa and green chile peppers; mix.
  • Cover the bottom of the baking dish with 4 tortillas. Add 1/2 of chicken mixture, 1/2 of salsa mixture, and 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheese. Repeat layers. Add another layer of 4 tortillas and top with remaining cup of cheese.
  • Cover and bake in the preheated oven for 55 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 5 minutes, until cheese is melted on top. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting.

Notes

To elevate this casserole, consider lightly toasting your flour tortillas on a dry skillet before layering for a better texture and to prevent sogginess. For deeper flavor, season the chopped chicken breast with a pinch of cumin and chili powder before mixing. While convenience is key here, a homemade salsa or roasted green chiles would significantly enhance the overall taste. Ensure even distribution of the chicken and salsa mixtures to prevent dry spots. Garnish with fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, or a drizzle of crema for a more professional finish. Be mindful not to overbake, as the condensed soup can dry out quickly; the final uncovered bake is just to melt and lightly brown the top cheese.