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Tex-Mex Chicken Enchilada Casserole

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican, tex-mex
Servings 6
Calories 382 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 4 ounces mild diced green chiles
  • 2 1/2 cups red enchilada sauce
  • 6 corn tortillas (6-inch) cut into strips
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • Cilantro, avocado, diced tomatoes, sour cream, jalapeño slices, green onions optional toppings

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook until tender, about 3-5 minutes.
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  • Reduce heat to medium-low and add the shredded chicken. Season with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix in the green chiles and enchilada sauce.
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  • Stir in the tortilla strips until well coated with the sauce. Let simmer for 2 minutes to soften the tortillas.
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  • Transfer everything to a baking dish and sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 7-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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  • If desired, broil for a minute to brown the cheese, but watch closely to prevent burning. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Serve warm with optional toppings as desired.
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Nutrition

Calories: 382kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 30gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 1.24mgFiber: 4g
Keyword cheese, chicken, chicken enchilada, chicken enchilada casserole, easy enchiladas, enchiladas
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