Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole Recipe
A creamy and comforting Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole that layers tender chicken, soft tortillas, tangy sour cream, zesty enchilada sauce, and melted cheese. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for a family dinner, combining classic Mexican flavors in a hearty baked dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
Base
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
Sauces
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups red enchilada sauce
Cheese
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese (Cheddar, Monterey Jack, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole to perfection.
- Prepare Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken with sour cream and 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce. Mix until well blended for a creamy filling.
- Layer Ingredients: In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom. Place a layer of tortillas over the sauce. Spread half of the chicken mixture over the tortillas, then sprinkle with one-third of the cheese. Repeat layering with tortillas, chicken mixture, and cheese.
- Top Layer: Finish the casserole with a final layer of tortillas, remaining enchilada sauce, and the rest of the shredded cheese evenly distributed on top.
- Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden on top.
- Cool and Serve: Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes after baking to set. Serve warm, optionally garnished with chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, or sour cream.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken to save time.
- For extra heat, add chopped jalapeños or a dash of cayenne pepper to the chicken mixture.
- Flour or corn tortillas work equally well.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days or can be frozen.
- For a lighter option, use reduced-fat sour cream and cheese.
Keywords: chicken casserole, enchilada casserole, sour cream chicken, Mexican dinner, baked casserole, easy dinner
