Name: Enchilada Casserole: The Best Cheesy, Saucy Comfort Food
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 3 cups cooked shredded chicken (or ground beef); 2 cups enchilada sauce (red or green); 10 corn tortillas, cut into halves or quarters; 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese; 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned); 1/2 cup diced onion; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp chili powder; 1/4 tsp garlic powder; Salt and pepper, to taste; Fresh cilantro, sour cream, and avocado for garnish

Description

This Enchilada Casserole is the ultimate cheesy, saucy comfort food — all the bold Tex-Mex flavors you love layered into one easy, oven-baked dish. Packed with tender chicken, gooey cheese, and flavorful enchilada sauce, it’s a family favorite that never disappoints.

Ingredients

Scale

3 cups cooked shredded chicken (or ground beef)

2 cups enchilada sauce (red or green)

10 corn tortillas, cut into halves or quarters

2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese

1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)

1/2 cup diced onion

1/2 tsp cumin

1/2 tsp chili powder

1/4 tsp garlic powder

Salt and pepper, to taste

Fresh cilantro, sour cream, and avocado for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, black beans, corn, onion, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and 1 cup of enchilada sauce. Mix well.

3. Spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce over the bottom of the baking dish.

4. Layer tortillas to cover the sauce, followed by half of the chicken mixture and a layer of cheese.

5. Repeat layers: tortillas, remaining chicken mixture, sauce, and top with remaining cheese.

6. Cover with foil and bake for 25–30 minutes.

7. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.

8. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.

9. Garnish with cilantro, sour cream, and avocado.

Notes

Make it vegetarian by swapping chicken for more beans or sautéed vegetables.

Use green enchilada sauce for a tangier flavor.

This casserole freezes beautifully — perfect for meal prep or busy weeknights.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Baked
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece
Calories: 520
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 960mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: enchilada casserole, cheesy Mexican bake, chicken enchiladas, Tex-Mex dinner, layered enchilada bake