Funky Enchilada Casserole

Funky Enchilada Casserole
  • PREP TIME
    35 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    228

This vibrant casserole is a symphony of flavors and textures, perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal. Tender chicken mingles with colorful bell peppers, hearty beans, and sweet corn, all nestled between layers of soft corn tortillas and topped with melted pepper jack cheese. A fiesta in every bite!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    65 g
  • Cholesterol
    91 mg
  • Fiber
    15 g
  • Protein
    41 g
  • Saturated Fat
    9 g
  • Sodium
    889 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    20 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

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Recipe View 10 mins Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and season with cumin, Mexican seasoning, and cayenne pepper. Stir in the chopped onion and garlic. Cook until the chicken is browned, approximately 5 minutes.

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Recipe View 30 mins Add the chopped red, yellow, and orange bell peppers to the skillet. Cook and stir for another 5 minutes, then mix in the black beans, kidney beans, and frozen corn kernels. Remove the skillet from the heat.

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Recipe View 10 mins Line the bottom and sides of a 9x13 inch baking dish with the corn tortillas, slightly overlapping them as needed.

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Recipe View Pour the skillet mixture evenly over the tortilla base in the baking dish.

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Recipe View Sprinkle the chopped fresh cilantro evenly over the skillet mixture, then top with the shredded pepper jack cheese.

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Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and starting to brown on top.

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Recipe View Remove the casserole from the oven and let it stand for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with your favorite Mexican food toppings.

For a spicier kick, add a diced jalapeño pepper to the skillet along with the bell peppers.
Feel free to substitute ground turkey or beef for the chicken.
If you don't have pepper jack cheese, Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese work well too.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 76 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Stanton Roberts

    I added a can of diced tomatoes with green chiles for extra flavor and it was delicious!

  • Xander Stanton

    The pepperjack cheese gives it a nice little kick. I'll definitely be making this again.

  • Norene Osinski

    The corn tortillas get nice and soft in the oven. It's like having enchiladas without all the rolling!

  • Rhiannon Kozey

    This is a great recipe for potlucks and parties. It's always a hit!

  • Norval Skiles

    I like to add a layer of sour cream before the cheese for extra creaminess.

  • Nathaniel Bins

    This casserole is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! It's so easy to throw together and everyone in my family loves it.

  • Laurel Marks

    Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables. I've added zucchini, mushrooms, and even spinach to this casserole.

  • Brice Oreilly

    Next time I'm going to try using sweet potatoes to give it a slightly sweet edge!

  • Conner Maggio

    I used leftover grilled chicken and it worked perfectly. This is a great way to use up ingredients you already have on hand.

  • Lavern Cremin

    My kids are picky eaters, but they devoured this casserole! I'm so glad I found this recipe.

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