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Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Chicken Enchilada Casserole

The ultimate comfort food, this Chicken Enchilada Casserole combines tender chicken, zesty enchilada sauce, and melted cheese into an easy weeknight dinner. Perfect for family gatherings, it’s sure to be a hit!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 360

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup sliced yellow onion
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 2 cups red enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup pinto beans drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp freshly ground pepper
  • 2 avocados pitted, peeled and sliced
  • 6-8 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives
  • sour cream
  • diced tomatoes
  • chopped cilantro
  • diced green onions

Equipment

  • Wooden Spoon
  • Oven
  • Peeler
  • Cutting Board
  • Skillet
  • Chef's Knife
  • Saucepan
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add sliced onions. Let onions cook till they turn a golden brown color; stirring occasionally. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet add the shredded chicken, 1 and 1/2 cups of enchilada sauce, black beans, pinto beans, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper. Let simmer over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally for 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. In an 8 inches by 8 inches casserole dish tear up 3 to 4 of the corn tortillas into 1 inch pieces, and layer them on the bottom of the dish.
  5. Spoon half of the chicken filling on top of the torn tortilla pieces.
  6. Layer the caramelized onions on top of the chicken filling, then lay the avocado slices on top of the onions.
  7. Spoon the remaining chicken filling over the avocados.
  8. Tear up the remaining 3 to 4 corn tortillas to make a top layer over the chicken filling.
  9. Drizzle the remaining 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce evenly over the top layer. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  10. Remove foil and top with the shredded cheddar cheese, and black olives. Bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Let sit for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with sour cream and diced tomatoes. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Freezing: You can freeze the assembled casserole before baking.
  • Pairing: Serve your casserole with a vibrant green salad or Mexican rice.
  • Spice Level: If you prefer a kick, add some diced jalapeños.
  • Cheese Variety: Experiment with different types of cheese.