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Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole

This Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole is a comforting, creamy Mexican-inspired dish made with layers of chicken, green chiles, tortillas, and melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s rich, hearty, and tastes even better the next day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole, Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 2 cans diced green chiles (4 oz each)
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 8 tortillas corn or flour
  • 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, diced green chiles, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and spices. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Layer half of the tortillas on the bottom of the baking dish.
  4. Spread half of the chicken mixture over the tortillas and top with half of the cheese.
  5. Repeat the layers with remaining tortillas, chicken mixture, and cheese.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for another 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro or lime wedges if desired.

Notes

To make it spicier, use hot green chiles or add diced jalapeños. You can also add corn or black beans for extra flavor. For a gluten-free option, use corn tortillas and gluten-free cream of chicken soup.