Description
Chicken Enchilada Casserole is a delicious and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken, nutritious sweet potatoes, and hearty black beans into a creamy, cheesy delight. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. The vibrant flavors of the enchilada sauce meld beautifully with the ingredients, creating a comforting meal that everyone will love. Top it off with melted cheese and fresh green onions for an irresistible finish. Serve with a side salad or tortilla chips for a complete dinner experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 red bell pepper, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 (19 ounce) can red enchilada sauce
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese blend
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced sweet potato and red bell pepper for 8-10 minutes until slightly tender. Add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; cook for 1 more minute.
- In a bowl, mix cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, black beans, corn, and half of the enchilada sauce.
- Spread the remaining enchilada sauce in the bottom of the baking dish.
- Layer the chicken mixture over the sauce evenly.
- Top with shredded cheese and sprinkle with diced red onion and half of the green onions.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let stand for 5 minutes before serving; garnish with remaining green onions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 330g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg