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A slice of creamy casserole topped with cherry tomatoes and herbs on a white plate, garnished with lime wedges, with another plate of food in the background.

Green Chile Layered Enchilada Casserole Recipe

4.67 from 3 votes
Mexican dishes are always a great way to spice up dinner time. With this Green Chile Layered Enchilada Casserole recipe you will be sure to add a little kick of flavor the whole family will love!
Serving8
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
  • 9 10-inch flour tortillas
  • 1 28 ounce can green enchilada sauce
  • 2 cup Monterey jack cheese, shredded
  • 1 8 ounce container sour cream

Equipment

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 8x11" baking dish.
  • Pour 1/4 of the enchilada sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
  • Rip up 3 tortillas and cover the enchilada sauce layer. Top with half the chicken, 2/3 cup of cheese, 1/2 cup sour cream, and another fourth of the enchilada sauce. Repeat.
  • Top the last layer of tortillas with the last of the enchilada sauce and the last 2/3 cup of cheese.
  • Cover and bake for 45 minutes. Serve warm.

Notes

I like it best served with a little extra sour cream, tomatoes, and cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 407 kcal · Carbohydrates: 41 g · Protein: 25 g · Fat: 15 g · Saturated Fat: 7 g · Cholesterol: 61 mg · Sodium: 758 mg · Potassium: 352 mg · Fiber: 2 g · Sugar: 4 g · Vitamin A: 234 IU · Vitamin C: 1 mg · Calcium: 297 mg · Iron: 3 mg
Cuisine: Mexican
Course: Main Course