Chicken Enchilada Casserole I

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A delicious recipe that is easy to make, and can be prepared the day before and baked the next day. These enchiladas are almost like a Mexican lasagna!

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Servings:
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Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cooked and diced

  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup

  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup

  • 1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers

  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 1 pinch garlic powder

  • 1 cup chicken broth

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

  • 16 ounces processed cheese spread

  • 10 (6 inch) corn tortillas

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. In a 5 quart pot combine the chicken, cream of celery soup, cream of chicken soup, enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes and green chiles, onion, garlic, chicken broth, chili powder and cheese. Heat over medium high until the cheese is melted and all of the ingredients are mixed together well.

  3. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer the mixture and the tortillas like you would lasagna. Make sure to put a thin layer of the mixture on the bottom of the baking dish to prevent sticking. After layering, place dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until cheese starts to brown and bubble. Let stand and cool for at least 10 minutes before serving!

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

533 Calories
25g Fat
31g Carbs
47g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 533
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g 32%
Saturated Fat 12g 61%
Cholesterol 139mg 46%
Sodium 2043mg 89%
Total Carbohydrate 31g 11%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 47g 93%
Vitamin C 17mg 19%
Calcium 400mg 31%
Iron 3mg 14%
Potassium 621mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.