Creamy Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Imagine a warm, comforting casserole with layers of tender chicken, creamy refried beans, and tangy enchilada sauce, all held together by soft corn tortillas and melty Monterey Jack cheese. This Creamy Chicken Enchilada Casserole is all about flavor and coziness in every bite! Perfect for busy nights or when you want to serve something satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. Each layer is simple but packs a punch, and baking it all together creates that deliciously bubbly, golden top we all love. Serve it hot and watch it disappear!
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 3 c cooked shredded chicken
- 2 1/2 c enchilada sauce
- 1 can 15 ounces refried beans
- 12 corn tortillas
- 3 c shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Give a 9x13-inch baking dish a fine mist with nonstick cooking spray.
- Spoon a bit of enchilada sauce into the bottom of the dish, spreading it around. Lay down a layer of tortillas—break a few in half if you need to fill in any gaps.
- Next, layer on a third of the refried beans, a third of the shredded chicken, a third of the enchilada sauce, and a third of the cheese. Keep building up those tasty layers with tortillas, beans, chicken, sauce, and cheese until you’ve used everything up.
- Cover the dish with a piece of aluminum foil that’s been sprayed with nonstick spray (this helps keep the cheese from sticking). Slide it into the oven and let it bake for around 25 minutes. After that, remove the foil and let it bake for another 5-10 minutes, just until the cheese is bubbling and starting to turn golden at the edges.
- Once it’s out of the oven, let it rest for about 10 minutes. Then, dig in. Enjoy!
Notes
Good news for gluten-free eaters: making this casserole gluten-free is super easy! Just make sure to use certified gluten-free corn tortillas and double-check that your enchilada sauce and refried beans are also gluten-free (most are, but it's always smart to check labels). With those small tweaks, you’ll have a gluten-free version that’s just as creamy, flavorful, and satisfying as the original!