Description
Get ready to fall in love with this White Chicken Enchilada Casserole—a creamy, cheesy, and flavor-packed dish that’s the ultimate comfort food. It’s a quick dinner solution, perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. This easy recipe layers tender shredded chicken, flour tortillas, green chiles, and a homemade white sauce into one irresistible bake. Whether you’re looking for dinner ideas, a satisfying family meal, or a freezer-friendly option, this White Chicken Enchilada Casserole ticks all the boxes for a delicious, easy recipe.
Ingredients
3 cups shredded cooked chicken
8 flour tortillas
8 oz cream cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 cup chicken broth
1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
Salt and black pepper to taste
Butter for sauce base (2 tablespoons)
Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Shred the cooked chicken and set aside.
3. Cut tortillas in halves or quarters to fit your baking dish.
4. In a saucepan, melt butter, then add cream cheese and sour cream. Stir until smooth.
5. Add chicken broth, green chiles, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer 3–5 minutes until thickened.
6. In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of sauce.
7. Layer tortillas, shredded chicken, shredded cheese, and sauce. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
8. Top with remaining cheese.
9. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
10. Remove foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
11. Let sit for 5–10 minutes before serving.
12. Garnish with cilantro or desired toppings.
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheese for better texture and melt.
Warm tortillas before layering to prevent cracking.
Let casserole rest before serving so it holds together nicely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg