Layered Chicken and Black Bean Enchilada Casserole

Layered Chicken and Black Bean Enchilada Casserole
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 10 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    2.5K

Experience a fiesta of flavors with this layered casserole! Tender chicken and hearty black beans mingle between layers of tortillas, enchilada sauce, and melted cheese. It's a simple yet satisfying dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    16 g
  • Cholesterol
    92 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    23 g
  • Saturated Fat
    14 g
  • Sodium
    508 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    24 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Image Step 01
01 Step

Recipe View 0 mins Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Image Step 02
02 Step

Recipe View 0 mins Heat a large skillet over medium heat; coat with cooking spray. Add chicken, cumin, and coriander; cook until chicken is cooked through. Transfer to a bowl; stir in black beans, chile peppers, and cilantro.

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03 Step

Recipe View 0 mins Spread ½ enchilada sauce into an 11x7-inch baking dish. Place 4 tortillas over sauce, overlapping if necessary. Spoon ½ chicken mixture over tortillas; sprinkle with ½ cheese and ½ sour cream. Spoon remaining ½ enchilada sauce over top; place 4 tortillas over sauce, overlapping if necessary. Layer remaining ½ chicken mixture over tortillas. Cover dish with a lid or aluminum foil.

Image Step 04
04 Step

Recipe View 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle remaining ½ cheese over top and dot with remaining ½ sour cream. Continue baking, uncovered, until cheese melts, 5 to 10 minutes more. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken mixture.
To prevent the tortillas from becoming soggy, lightly toast them before layering.
Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese, such as Monterey Jack or cheddar.
For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with sauteed vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and zucchini.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 842 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Cecil Lueilwitz

    I made this for a potluck and it was gone in minutes! I added some jalapeños to give it a little extra kick.

  • Eveline Rath

    I'm not usually a fan of casseroles, but this one is delicious! The layers of flavor are amazing.

  • Romaine Parisian

    This recipe was a huge hit with my family! So easy to make and everyone loved the flavors.

  • Bette Stroman

    My kids are picky eaters, but they actually enjoyed this casserole! I'll definitely be making it again.

  • Vivianne Yost

    This is a great recipe for using up leftover chicken. It's also very versatile – I've added different veggies and beans depending on what I have on hand.

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