Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole

When you need a comforting, family-friendly dinner that always satisfies, Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole is the answer. Instead of rolling individual enchiladas, this recipe layers tender chicken, corn tortillas, creamy sauce, green chiles, and melty cheese into one bubbling, golden masterpiece.

It’s everything you love about enchiladas—only easier, faster, and absolutely foolproof.

Whether you’re feeding the family, prepping meals for the week, or bringing a dish to a potluck, this casserole delivers big flavor with minimal effort.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

No rolling required — just layer and bake.
Creamy, cheesy & mild enough for the whole family.
30–35 minutes total cook time—great for busy nights.
Uses simple pantry ingredients.
Perfect for meal prep and reheats beautifully.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
⅓ cup sour cream
4 oz canned diced green chiles, drained if needed
15 oz canned green chile enchilada sauce
12 corn tortillas (6-inch size)
10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
Salt & pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings: sour cream, salsa, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, jalapeños

How to Make Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole

1. Prep the Oven & Sauce

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, whisk together:

cream of chicken soup
sour cream
about ⅓ cup enchilada sauce
salt & pepper

Stir in the chicken and diced green chiles.

2. Prepare the Baking Dish

Spread ¼ cup enchilada sauce across the bottom of an 8×8-inch baking dish (or similar).

3. Layer the Casserole

You’ll repeat this simple pattern three times:

Layer 1

3 tortillas
⅓ chicken mixture
⅓ cup enchilada sauce

Layer 2

3 tortillas
⅓ chicken mixture
⅓ cup enchilada sauce
1 cup shredded cheese

Layer 3

3 tortillas
All remaining enchilada sauce
All remaining cheese

4. Bake

Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until:

the cheese is melted,
the edges are bubbling,
the casserole is heated through.

Let rest 5–10 minutes before cutting (this helps it set).

Serving Suggestions

Add any of these toppings to take it over the top:

sour cream
salsa or pico de gallo
jalapeños
shredded lettuce
diced tomatoes
avocado or guacamole

Pair with Mexican rice, refried beans, or a simple green salad.

Recipe Tips & Variations

Use rotisserie chicken for easy prep and rich flavor.
Too spicy? Use mild green chiles and mild enchilada sauce.
Want it spicier? Add chopped jalapeños or pepper jack cheese.
Make it creamy: add ½ cup cream cheese to the filling.
Make it gluten-free: choose GF tortillas and GF soup.
Meal prep: This casserole keeps 4–5 days in the fridge and reheats perfectly.

Storage & Freezing

Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container up to 4–5 days.
Freeze (unbaked or baked): Wrap well and freeze up to 3 months.
Reheat: Bake at 350°F until warmed through, or microwave individual squares.