Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil.
- In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and red bell pepper, sauté for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in your cooked shredded chicken along with the enchilada sauce, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3 minutes.
- Spoon a thin layer of the chicken mixture into the greased baking dish.
- Layer half of the tortilla strips on top of the chicken mixture, followed by half of the black beans, corn, and shredded cheese.
- Repeat the layering process with the remaining chicken mixture, tortilla strips, black beans, corn, and cheese.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and return the casserole to the oven for another 10 minutes.
- Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes, then top with freshly chopped cilantro.
- Serve warm with optional sides of sour cream and lime wedges.
Nutrition
Notes
This Chicken Enchilada Casserole is simple to make and perfect for gatherings, easily adaptable for dietary preferences.
