Chicken Enchilada Casserole Recipe

Name: Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 4 c. cooked, shredded chicken or turkey; 1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce; 1 (14 1/2 oz.) can whole tomatoes, cut up; 1 pkg. Lawry's taco seasoning mix; 2 to 2 1/2 tsp. Lawry's garlic powder with parsley; 1 doz. corn tortillas; 3 c. (12 oz.) grated Monterey jack cheese; 2 cans (2.2 oz. each) sliced pitted ripe olives

Servings: persons

1
In large skillet, heat oil and saute onion.
2
Add chicken, tomato sauce, tomatoes, taco seasoning mix and garlic powder. Blend well.
3
Bring to a boil.
4
Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
5
Place 4 tortillas in
6
9 x 13-inch baking dish. Pour 1/3 of chicken mixture on tortillas, spreading evenly.
7
Layer 1/3 of the cheese and olives on top of chicken.
8
Repeat layers two times, ending with olives.
9
Bake, uncovered, in 350u00b0 oven for 30 to 40 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and casserole is heated through.

1242

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

122

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, 4 c. cooked, shredded chicken or turkey, 1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce, and more.

Yes, Chicken Enchilada Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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