Chicken Enchilada Rice Casserole

Loaded with bold Tex-Mex flavors, this Chicken Enchilada Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Combining tender shredded chicken, hearty rice, zesty enchilada sauce, and Mexican spices, it’s a one-dish wonder that’s both filling and irresistibly cheesy. Black beans, sweet corn, and optional green chilies add vibrant color and texture, while a crispy tortilla chip topping takes it to the next level of crunch. Ready in just 40 minutes, this casserole can be prepped ahead and customized with your favorite add-ins or garnishes like fresh cilantro, guacamole, or sour cream. Perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping, this easy baked dish serves up all the deliciousness of enchiladas in a quick and hassle-free format.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 2 cups Cooked white or brown rice
• 2 cups Red enchilada sauce
• 1 can (4 oz) Diced green chilies (optional, for heat)
• 1 can (15 oz) Black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup Corn (frozen, fresh, or canned and drained)
• 2 cups Shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Tortilla chips (for topping, optional)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked rice, enchilada sauce, diced green chilies, black beans, corn, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 3

Fold in 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheese, reserving the remaining 1/2 cup for topping.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup of shredded cheese over the top of the casserole. If desired, add crushed tortilla chips on top for extra crunch.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.

Step 7

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 8

Serve warm with extra tortilla chips, sour cream, or guacamole on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2711.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3923.5

Total Fat 132.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 808.3mg	0%
Sodium 8652.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 348.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.6g	0%
Total Sugars 34.9g
Protein 323.8g	0%

Vitamin D 8.3IU	0%
Calcium 2040.0mg	0%
Iron 32.4mg	0%
Potassium 4362.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.6%

Protein: 33.4%

Carbs: 36.0%