Shredded Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Casseroles are an easy and delicious dinner option for anyone.

Taking the typical casserole and changing it to something truly special like a chicken enchilada casserole is super fun.

This is a great way to update a casserole and make it something that is going to be fun, easy to eat, and that is also going to be a great weeknight dinner for anyone or any family.

It’s cheesy, it’s spicy, it’s sinfully delicious.

Ideal recipe if you are a Mexican food lover!

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Why do I love Shredded Chicken Enchilada Casserole?

• Easy to make and delicious
• Great take on a traditional casserole
• Fun and a great way to use up things that you already have in your fridge

How do you make enchilada casserole not soggy?

A great way to keep your enchilada casserole from being soggy is to take the time to lightly fry your tortillas before you roll them. This will help make your tortillas a bit firmer and will help keep the enchilada filling and sauce from seeping into the tortilla and making it soggy. You also want to make sure you are cooking your casserole long enough and that you are cooking uncovered at the end of the cooking process.

Do you put sauce on enchiladas before or after baking?

You want to put your sauce on your enchiladas as you are cooking. This is going to allow the sauce to flavor the tortilla and the filling as well. You can always add more sauce after cooking.

Are enchiladas better with corn or flour tortillas?

Traditional enchiladas are made with corn tortillas. You can make it with flour tortillas, but they are more likely to get soggy and more likely to fall apart than corn tortillas.

How to serve Shredded Chicken Enchilada Casserole?

This is a great dish when served hot. You can add things like guacamole, beans, rice, and more to the side to make a fantastic meal that is going to be so flavorful and delicious.

Cooking Tips:

• Flash-fry your tortillas before you roll them.
• Make sure you cook your casserole long enough
• Go light on the sauce while you are baking then add more if needed after the casserole is done

Variations:

You can add things like different vegetables, different sauces, and spices to make them taste different. You can also mix it up with different sides for a great all-around meal.

Ingredients:

• Olive oil
• Shredded chicken
• Onion
• Minced garlic
• Corn tortillas
• Crushed tomatoes
• Chili powder
• Cumin
• Oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Taco blend cheese

How to make Shredded Chicken Enchilada Casserole:

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat on the stove, and add the onions to it. Cook until the onions are beginning to soften.

Step 3. Add the garlic to the skillet with the onion, and saute for 30 seconds longer.

Step 4. Mix the crushed tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and salt and pepper to taste into the skillet, and simmer for 5 minutes on low.

Adding the crushed tomatoes.

Adding the chili powder.

Adding the cumin.

Adding the oregano.

Step 5. Layer 6 small corn tortillas in the bottom of a well-greased 9×13 baking dish.

Step 6. Place ½ of the chicken.

Then ½ of the sauce mixture.

Then, sprinkle of cheese in a layer on top of the tortillas.

Step 7. Add another layer of 6 small corn tortillas.

Step 8. Top the second layer of tortillas with the second half of the chicken, sauce, and a sprinkling of cheese.

Step 9. Place one more layer of 6 small corn tortillas on top of the casserole, and top with the remaining cheese.

Step 10. Cover the casserole lightly with aluminum foil, making sure the foil does not touch the cheese on the top. Bake for 30 minutes with the foil, and then remove the foil and cook for 10 minutes longer.

Step 11. Garnish with freshly chopped green onions if desired before serving.

Ready to enjoy!

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How to Store Shredded Chicken Enchilada Casserole?

If you are not eating it right away, you want to store it in the fridge in an airtight container.

How to reheat Shredded Chicken Enchilada Casserole?

To reheat, put it in an oven-safe dish and heat until the dish is heated all the way through. If you are heating it up from frozen it should take about half an hour on 325F. If you are heating it from just being refrigerated, it will take less time.

How much does Shredded Chicken Enchilada Casserole last on the fridge?

Since it does have chicken in it, you are going to want to eat it in no more than three days. It can keep up to a month in the freezer.

Can I make ahead Shredded Chicken Enchilada Casserole?

You can make it ahead of time, but you might have to deal with your tortillas being a bit soggy. If you make it ahead you might want to crisp it up under the broiler before you serve it.

Related Recipes you Might Enjoy:

Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole – This is a great easy meal that you can assemble and just let it cook. It has all the great flavors of an enchilada without the trouble that comes with making them. This is a bit different take on a traditional chicken enchilada casserole recipe. 

Green Chili Enchilada Chicken Bake – This is a great take on an enchilada casserole. It has the depth of the green chilis and the tang of the enchilada sauce.