Green Enchilada Casserole Recipe

Name: Green Enchilada Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs ground beef or 1 12 lbs chicken breasts; 1 (15 ounce) chili, verde sauce; 1 (8 ounce) can tomatillos; 1 large white onion (chopped); 2 cups cooked white rice; 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 1 (8 ounce) can diced tomatoes; garlic powder or salt or pepper; 6 -8 flour tortillas; cilantro, green onion, & chopped olives to top

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Cook ground beef, onion until brown, garlic, salt, and pepper.
3
Add cooked rice, tamatillos and diced tomatoes to ground beef, cook on low for about 10 minute stiring occasionally.
4
(Layer like Lasagna) in a 13X9 pan.
5
Pour a little chili verde sauce, enough to cover bottom.
6
Top with two flour tortillos in pan.
7
Put some ground beef mixture on top of tortillas, enough to cover.
8
Then pour a little chili verde sauce over, and top with cheese.
9
Repeat 2x then top with remaining sauce, cheese, cilantro, onion & olives.
10
Bake 20-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and melted.

1389

kcal

Calories

Fat

191

Carbs

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 1 12 lbs ground beef or 1 12 lbs chicken breasts, 1 (15 ounce) chili, verde sauce, 1 (8 ounce) can tomatillos, 1 large white onion (chopped), 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Green Enchilada Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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