Be sure to try this recipe with my favorite homemade Enchilada Sauce recipe, and then enjoy Beefy Enchilada Shells, Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup, Mexican Chicken and Rice Casserole, and Spinach Enchiladas.
Why This Recipe Works
Flavorful & Filling: In this chicken enchilada casserole recipe, you will get all of the flavors you love about homemade enchiladas, without all of the work. The enchilada sauce has just a slight kick and loads of flavor for a super flavorful casserole that is filling and comforting. Combined with the creamy sour cream, black beans and shredded chicken, you get lots of textures and flavors that make this casserole irresistible! Simple Dinner: Enchiladas have never been easier! Instead of assembling the enchiladas like normal, simply layer the tortillas with the fillings and you get a flavor-packed casserole that is super cheesy and yummy! This casserole recipe is great for a simple weeknight dinner when the family need something filling and quick!
Expert Tips
Make this chicken enchilada casserole according to your liking! You can switch out the black beans for pinto beans, use red or green enchilada sauce, and even top this with olives and tomatoes if you prefer! Make ahead of time! You can assemble your chicken enchilada casserole a few hours ahead of time so that once dinner time rolls around, just pop it into the oven! Or, you can assemble the casserole in a disposable baking dish and freeze it until you are ready to bake and serve! For super melty cheese, grate your cheese from a block! Freshly grated cheese melts a lot more seamlessly. But any shredded cheese will be delicious!
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Enchilada Sauce: You can use your favorite canned enchilada sauce or make your own! Corn Tortillas: Small corn tortillas work best here. Flour tortillas might get too soggy in this casserole! The exact number of tortillas you need for this casserole depends on your baking dish. Sour Cream: Sour cream makes this casserole nice and creamy. Chicken: You just need some shredded chicken! You can use a rotisserie chicken or make your own chicken breast and shred it. Black Beans: You can use canned black beans and even mix it with some canned corn if you would like! Shredded Cheese: Mexican-style shredded cheese will make this casserole perfectly cheesy! Toppings: Chopped cilantro, fresh avocado, and lime wedges are great to serve on top!
