Mama's Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Get ready to savor the warmth and comfort of Mama's Chicken Enchilada Casserole—a hearty, flavor-packed dish that brings all the joy of traditional enchiladas in an easy layered casserole form! Made with tender shredded chicken, zesty green enchilada sauce, creamy sour cream, and a gooey Mexican cheese blend, this recipe guarantees a crowd-pleasing weeknight dinner or a standout potluck star. The addition of diced green chiles and fresh cilantro adds a burst of vibrant flavor, while soft corn tortillas create layers of irresistible texture. Ready in just 45 minutes, this cheesy, bubbly casserole is perfect for feeding a hungry family or meal prepping for the week. Serve it warm with extra fresh cilantro or a side of rice and beans for the ultimate Tex-Mex experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked, shredded chicken
• 2 cups Green enchilada sauce
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 3 cups Shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 12 pieces Corn tortillas
• 1 4-ounce can Diced green chiles
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 as needed Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, 1 cup of green enchilada sauce, sour cream, diced green chiles, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

Spread a thin layer of green enchilada sauce (about 1/4 cup) onto the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 4

Arrange 4 corn tortillas in a single layer across the bottom of the dish, slightly overlapping them to fully cover the base.

Step 5

Spread half of the chicken mixture evenly over the tortillas. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded Mexican cheese blend on top.

Step 6

Repeat the layers: add another layer of tortillas, the remaining chicken mixture, and 1 more cup of shredded cheese.

Step 7

Top with a final layer of tortillas, pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the top, and sprinkle with the last cup of shredded cheese.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and lightly golden.

Step 10

Once baked, let the casserole rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2928.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6058.3

Total Fat 325.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 168.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1521.7mg	0%
Sodium 11966.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 341.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.3g	0%
Total Sugars 42.6g
Protein 461.8g	0%

Vitamin D 153.8IU	0%
Calcium 5918.6mg	0%
Iron 26.2mg	0%
Potassium 4845.9mg	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: 47.7%

Protein: 30.1%

Carbs: 22.2%