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Chicken Veggie Enchilada Casserole

April 26, 2020 By Steven Leave a Comment

My Chicken Veggie Enchilada Casserole recipe is layered similar to a lasagna, corn tortillas are the base, substituting for lasagna pasta. Top with half the shredded chicken, veggies, sauce, and cheese, then repeat the layers. Creating a cheesy, mildly spicy, Chicken Enchilada Casserole that’s pretty irresistible, put your plates in the oven and tell your guests to “be careful sweetie, that plate is hot”.

“Be careful, that plate is hot”

During this pandemic, I would pay a ridiculous amount of money to have a server hand me a plate of enchiladas and whisper those sweet words in my ear: “Be careful Honey, that plate is hot”. Hopefully, soon.

Tex-Mex is my kind of soul food. Rice and beans, chips and salsa, cold beer, and Margaritas, fajitas served on a blistering hot cast-iron skillet that smoke up the dining room, and enchiladas served on an equally blistering hot plate.

No seriously, I would pay a ridiculous amount of money to have a server hand me a plate of enchiladas and whisper those sweet words in my ear: “Be careful, that plate is hot”.

Chicken Veggie Enchilada Casserole

Chicken Enchilada Casserole Ingredients

I use a store-bought roasted chicken and mostly canned ingredients. The only real work involved is sautéing mushrooms, onions, garlic, and zucchini.

  • Vegetables: Ok, so the chicken enchilada casserole has some healthy ingredients. This casserole recipe is very versatile so you can add or subtract the ingredients you like or dislike. Onions, mild green chilies, and garlic are required, the optional ingredients are sautéed mushrooms, zucchini, bell peppers, and corn.
  • Black Beans and Corn: I use a can of refried black beans to thicken the enchilada sauce and whole black beans and corn to give it that Southwestern Chicken Enchilada flavor. Refried beans made from pinto beans are a good substitute.
  • Roasted Chicken: A store-bought roast chicken is perfect for this casserole recipe. Otherwise, about 1 ½ pound of cooked and shredded chicken breasts or thighs is a good substitute.
  • Shredded Cheese: Sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack or a Mexican blend is perfect for chicken enchilada casserole.
  • Corn Tortillas: Gluten-free and delicious, chop them into 2-inch pieces to make them easier to work with. I wouldn’t substitute flour tortillas, but they would be great served on the side.
  • Enchilada Sauce: I have used both red and green enchilada sauce in my casserole recipe. Red usually looks prettier, but then again, once sliced and served, casseroles aren’t necessarily known for being photogenic. Depending on your spice tolerance, enchilada sauces are available from mild to hot. I like a combo of mild and medium, but the choice is yours.
  • Pickled or Fresh Jalapenos: I prefer the taste of pickled jalapenos scattered on top of my Chicken Veggie Enchilada Casserole prior to baking. They a little bit of a vinegar bite to them that I like.

Chicken Enchilada Casserole

 

 

Here is my recipe for a Chicken Veggie Enchilada Casserole

Chicken Veggie Enchilada Casserole
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Chicken Veggie Enchilada Casserole

My Chicken Veggie Enchilada Casserole recipe is layered similar to a lasagna, corn tortillas are the base, substituting for lasagna pasta. Top with half the shredded chicken, veggies, sauce, and cheese, then repeat the layers. Creating a cheesy, mildly spicy meal that’s pretty irresistible, put your plates in the oven and tell your guests to be careful, that plate is hot…
Prep Time30 minutes mins
Cook Time30 minutes mins
Total Time1 hour hr
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Keyword: Chicken Enchilada Casserole, Enchilada Casserole, Enchiladas
Servings: 8
Calories: 550kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 8 Ounces Cremini Mushrooms Sliced
  • 1 Cup Onion Diced
  • 1 Teaspoon Garlic Crushed and chopped
  • 2 Teaspoons Adobo Seasoning
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1 Teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 15-Ounce Can Refried Black Beans
  • 2 15-Ounce Cans Red Enchilada Sauce (mild, hot or ½ & ½, your preference)
  • 1 15-Ounce Can Corn Drained
  • 1 15-Ounce Can Black Beans Rinsed
  • 1 4-Ounce Can Mild Chilies
  • 1 Bell Pepper Red or yellow. Seeds removed, 1-inch dice
  • 1 Zucchini Halved lengthwise then cut into ¼ inch half rounds
  • 1 Roast Chicken (Store-bought), remove skin and bones, shredded into large pieces
  • 1 Pound Sharp Cheddar Shredded
  • 9-10 Corn Tortillas Cut in half

Garnish

  • Cilantro Chopped
  • Sour Cream
  • Pickled Jalapenos
  • Guacamole
  • Red Onion Sliced

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F
  • Add olive oil and mushrooms to a large covered skillet over high heat, cover and let steam for 2 minutes
  • Add onions, garlic, red pepper flakes, and Adobo seasoning sauté until onions are translucent
  • In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine one can of enchilada sauce with the can of refried beans, heat until easy to mix, stir to combine (this thickens the finished sauce)
  • Add the beans, corns, one can of enchilada sauce and chilies to the mushrooms and onions, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, add the bell pepper and zucchini and simmer for 10 minutes
    Chicken Veggie Enchilada Casserole
  • Add the refried bean mixture to the sauce, stir to combine and remove from the heat
  • Spray a large 9×13 inch casserole with oil, lay 4 ½ tortillas to cover the bottom completely
    Chicken Veggie Enchilada Casserole
  • Cover the tortillas with ½ the shredded chicken
    Chicken Veggie Enchilada Casserole
  • Cover the chicken with ½ of the sauce
    Chicken Veggie Enchilada Casserole
  • Cover the sauce with ½ of the cheese
    Chicken Veggie Enchilada Casserole
  • Repeat, lay 4 ½ tortillas to cover the first layer
  • Cover the tortillas with the remaining shredded chicken
  • Cover the chicken with the remaining sauce
  • Cover the sauce with the remaining cheese, pickled jalapenos and sliced red onions
    Chicken Veggie Enchilada Casserole
  • Bake @ 350F for approximately 30-40 minutes until the cheese is melted and the casserole is bubbly, sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro and serve
Nutrition Facts
Chicken Veggie Enchilada Casserole
Amount Per Serving
Calories 550 Calories from Fat 279
% Daily Value*
Fat 31g48%
Saturated Fat 15g94%
Cholesterol 150mg50%
Sodium 466mg20%
Potassium 645mg18%
Carbohydrates 20g7%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 47g94%
Vitamin A 733IU15%
Vitamin C 33mg40%
Calcium 466mg47%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Your family will love this chicken enchilada casserole recipe!

Chicken Veggie Enchilada Casserole

Thank you for visiting my Food Blog. I hope you enjoy my Chicken Veggie Enchilada Casserole. Please come back and visit again soon! Bon appetit, Steven

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