Green Enchilada Casserole Recipe

Name: Green Enchilada Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large onions, chopped and divided; 1 large clove garlic, minced; 3 Tbsp. olive oil; 3 lb. fresh tomatillos verde (green tomatoes), peeled, cored and cut into eighths; 1 Tbsp. snipped fresh cilantro or 1 tsp. dried coriander; 1 tsp. salt; 2 (4 oz.) cans green chilies, chopped; 2 doz. corn tortillas, cut in pieces; 3 c. cooked, diced chicken; 1 lb. grated Mozzarella cheese; sour cream to taste; picante sauce to taste

Servings: persons

3 large onions, chopped and divided
1 large clove garlic, minced
3 Tbsp. olive oil
3 lb. fresh tomatillos verde (green tomatoes), peeled, cored and cut into eighths
1 Tbsp. snipped fresh cilantro or 1 tsp. dried coriander
1 tsp. salt
2 (4 oz.) cans green chilies, chopped
2 doz. corn tortillas, cut in pieces
3 c. cooked, diced chicken
1 lb. grated Mozzarella cheese
sour cream to taste
picante sauce to taste

1
Saute chopped onion and garlic in olive oil until wilted, but not brown.
2
Add tomatillos, cover and simmer until soft.
3
Add cilantro, salt and chilies.
4
Puree in blender.
5
This sauce may be prepared and frozen ahead of time.
6
Grease dish with olive oil. Layer 1/2 the tortillas, chicken, remaining onion, cheese and sauce.
7
Repeat layers, ending with sauce and cheese.
8
Bake at 325u00b0 for 1 hour or until cheese is melted and casserole is bubbly. Serve with sour cream and picante.

825

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large onions, chopped and divided, 1 large clove garlic, minced, 3 Tbsp. olive oil, 3 lb. fresh tomatillos verde (green tomatoes), peeled, cored and cut into eighths, and more.

Yes, Green 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.

Green Enchilada Casserole

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