Description
This Green Chile and Chicken Mock Enchilada Casserole is a flavorful, easy-to-make baked dish combining shredded chicken, zesty green enchilada sauce, and melted Monterey Jack cheese layered with tender corn tortillas. Perfect for a quick family dinner, it offers a comforting twist on traditional enchiladas with a gluten-free option when using certified tortillas and sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Sauce & Cheese
- 1 can (10 oz) green enchilada sauce
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or pepper jack cheese
Layering
- 8 small corn tortillas, cut into quarters
Garnish (optional)
- Chopped cilantro
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Chicken Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced green chiles, sour cream, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and half of the green enchilada sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to your taste, mixing everything thoroughly for even flavor.
- Layer Ingredients: Place half of the quartered corn tortillas evenly on the bottom of the baking dish. Spoon half of the chicken mixture over the tortillas, then sprinkle half of the shredded cheese on top. Repeat the layering with remaining tortillas, chicken mixture, the rest of the enchilada sauce, and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake Covered: Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld and ingredients to heat through.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden, indicating the casserole is perfectly cooked.
- Rest and Serve: Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes after baking to set. Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced green onions if desired before serving warm.
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken speeds up preparation time.
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or substitute with hot green chile enchilada sauce.
- Ensure corn tortillas and enchilada sauce are certified gluten-free if adhering to a gluten-free diet.
