For a spicier casserole, use hot chopped green chiles or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken mixture. To prevent the tortillas from becoming soggy, you can lightly toast them in a dry skillet before layering. Feel free to add other vegetables to the casserole, such as corn, black beans, or bell peppers. Garnish with sour cream, guacamole, or your favorite toppings before serving.
Green Chile Chicken Casserole
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME25 mins
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TOTAL TIME55 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS16
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with this Green Chile Chicken Casserole. Tender chicken and gooey cheese are layered between soft corn tortillas and smothered in a tangy green chile sauce. Forget rolling enchiladas – this quick and easy casserole is a weeknight win!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate27 g
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Cholesterol107 mg
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Fiber8 g
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Protein33 g
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Saturated Fat8 g
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Sodium1064 mg
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Sugar4 g
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Fat20 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. (5 minutes)
02
StepChop cooked chicken thighs into small pieces and place in a medium mixing bowl. Stir 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese and chili powder into the chicken. (5 minutes)
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StepCombine tomatillos, chile peppers, green onions, cilantro, jalapeno, and garlic in the bowl of a food processor. Process until pureed, about 3 minutes. Add chicken broth and pulse to mix. Season with salt and pepper. (10 minutes)
04
StepCut tortillas in half and place directly on the hot oven racks. Heat for 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Carefully remove tortillas and set aside. (5 minutes)
05
StepPlace 1 cup of the green sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Layer 1/2 of the tortillas over the sauce. Add 1/2 of the chicken mixture. Spoon 1/2 of the remaining green sauce over the chicken, then sprinkle on 1/2 of the remaining cheese. Repeat the layers of tortillas, chicken mixture, green sauce, and cheese. (15 minutes)
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StepBake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbly, about 20 minutes.
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Jan Wolff
Jun 29, 2025This casserole is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! My family loves it, and it's so much easier than making enchiladas from scratch.
Tina Zemlak
Jun 19, 2025I used rotisserie chicken to save even more time, and it turned out perfectly.
Hope Littel
Jun 10, 2025I added a can of black beans to the chicken mixture, and it was a great addition!
Sibyl Prohaska
Jun 4, 2025Be careful not to overbake the tortillas in the oven. They can get crispy quickly.
Britney Wolff
May 20, 2025The green sauce is amazing! I've even used it as a topping for tacos and burritos.