Description
This Green Chicken Enchilada Casserole is loaded with tender chicken, rice, zesty enchilada sauce, and melted cheese. A delicious twist on a classic dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 2 (10 oz. cans) green enchilada sauce
- 2 teaspoons Taco seasoning
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground onion powder
- ½ teaspoon ground garlic powder
- Salt, as needed
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese, divided
Serving
- Sliced avocado or guacamole
- Tortilla chips
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Diced tomatoes or pico de gallo
- Sliced jalapenos (for an extra kick)
- Chopped green onions or scallions
- Crumbled queso fresco or shredded cheese
- Salsa verde or your favorite hot sauce for extra flavor
Equipment
- 2-quart casserole dish ( I used 10. 5" X 7. 5" staub casserole)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F . Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
- Mix the chicken, rice, enchilada sauce, Taco seasoning, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder , salt and 1 cup of shredded cheese in a large bowl. Spread the mixture evenly in a 2-quart casserole dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake (uncovered) until it is heated thoroughly and the cheese is melted, about 20-30 minutes.
- Top with sliced avocado, diced tomatoes, tortilla chips and cilantro.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
The nutritional information provided is an estimated value for each serving. This recipe makes 6 servings.
Storage
- Refrigerator: Allow the casserole to cool completely before covering it tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil, or transferring it to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Freezer: If you want to freeze the casserole for longer storage, make sure it is completely cooled. Wrap the casserole tightly with plastic wrap and then aluminum foil, or place it in a freezer-safe container. Label with the date and store in the freezer for up to 2-3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Casserole recipes
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Calories: 325 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 877 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 71 mg