Description
This Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole is a comforting and flavorful one-dish meal featuring shredded chicken, rice, and a creamy green chile enchilada sauce, all topped with melted pepper jack and cheddar cheese. It combines a smooth, seasoned sauce with tender chicken and rice for a hearty and satisfying casserole perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
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Sauce
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup flour
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken recommended)
- 2 cups cooked rice (Minute Rice or similar)
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded pepper jack cheese (divided)
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 can (10 ounces) green enchilada sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Prepare Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine chicken broth, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer. In a separate bowl, whisk milk and flour together until smooth. Slowly add this milk-flour mixture to the simmering chicken broth, whisking continuously over low heat until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Mix Casserole Ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together the shredded chicken, cooked rice, sour cream, 3/4 cup each of the pepper jack and cheddar cheeses, the prepared thickened sauce, salt, cumin, and green enchilada sauce. Taste and adjust seasonings with additional salt and pepper if desired.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the mixture into a casserole dish slightly smaller than a 9×13 inch pan. Evenly sprinkle the remaining cheeses over the top. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese topping has melted and lightly browned.
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds flavor.
- Minute Rice or similar quick-cooking rice is recommended for convenience.
- The sauce must be whisked continuously to prevent lumps and achieve a creamy consistency.
- You can adjust the level of spice by choosing mild or hot green enchilada sauce.
- Let the casserole rest for a few minutes after baking for easier serving.
