Easy Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole (30 Minute Meal)
Some of the best meals in our home are the ones that come together quickly but still taste like you spent hours in the kitchen. This sour cream chicken enchilada casserole is one of those recipes.
It has all the creamy, cheesy, comforting flavors of traditional enchiladas, but without all the rolling, filling, and extra time it would take to make them.
Jay has been making this version for years, and it has become a true family favorite. It’s simple, delicious, and perfect for busy nights when you still want something homemade on the table. It is the perfect comfort food.
Quick Take: Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole
- Ready in 30 minutes
- Serves 6 – 8 people
- Budget friendly ingredients
- Flavor: Creamy, cheesy, mild Tex-Mex
- Best for: Busy weeknights, family meals, potlucks, and leftovers
- Shortcut: No rolling enchiladas – just layer and bake
- Lots of flavor with little effort
- Loved by kids and adults
This recipe gives you the classic enchilada flavor but in the easiest way possible. That is exactly what we need on busy days.
How to Make Easy Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Ingredients
All of these ingredients are basic items that you may already have on hand. This is a very versatile recipe, so you can add and take away as you prefer.
The measurements do not have to be exact. If you notice in the picture, I have two containers of sour cream. Neither of them was full, so we just estimated and added them both.
This is a very flexible recipe!
Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Here are a few optional ingredients you might like to add:
- Chopped cilantro
- Diced jalapeno peppers
- Chopped poblano peppers
- Diced yellow onion
Detailed Instructions
You can tear the tortillas into strips to make them fit into the baking dish a little better.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees, and spray a 9X13 baking dish or a casserole dish with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- In a pan, heat the soup, sour cream, verde sauce, and green chiles on the stove over medium heat. Once the sauce is warm, add the drained chicken and warm together.
- Dip enough tortillas into the sauce mixture to line the bottom of the baking dish.
- Spoon a layer of the soup mixture over the tortillas and top with a layer of cheese. Add a layer of tortillas (you do not have to dip these – only the first layer needs to be dipped in the sauce.)
- Continue the layering process (tortillas, sauce, cheese) and end with the cheese on top. This usually makes three layers. Be sure to use all of the remaining sauce.
- Bake at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes or until it is bubbly and melted. Let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Quick meals like this are a staple in our home, especially during busy times. We pretty much have this and other quick meals on repeat.
What to Serve with This Dish
This casserole is filling on its own, but here are a few side ideas that go well with it:
- Spanish rice
- Refried beans
- Black beans
- Roasted corn
- Chicken tortilla soup
- Tortilla chips and salsa
As you can see in the picture, we love this dish paired with refried beans, Spanish rice, and tortilla chips.
Make Ahead and Storage Tips
- Make ahead: Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
- Store leftovers: Refrigerate in an airtight container or with plastic wrap for up to 3 – 5 days.
- Reheat: Microwave or warm in the oven until warmed.
Helpful Kitchen Items
- Carote saucepan/set (I got mine at an estate sale and LOVE it!) I thought I had non-stick cookware until I found this. This is NON-Stick cookware!
This cookware is great for warming up the sauce for these sour cream chicken enchiladas. You will be able to get every drop of the delicious sauce into the casserole dish.
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Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Jay wanted to take the delicious taste of sour cream chicken enchiladas and create a 30 minute meal. He came up with a delicious easy version - Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole.
Ingredients
- Flour tortillas
- 1 large can of Cream of Chicken Soup
- A large container of Sour Cream (16 oz.)
- 7 oz. Bottle of Verde Sauce (We use Herdez.)
- 1 small can of chopped green chiles
- 2 large cans (12.5 oz.) chicken, drained (You can use cooked fresh chicken, shredded if you want.)
- 1 Lb. shredded cheese of choice - We use cheddar.
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a pan, heat the soup, sour cream, verde sauce, and green chiles on the stove over medium heat.
- Once the sauce is warm, add the drained chicken and warm together.
- Spray a large baking dish with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Dip enough tortillas into the sauce mixture to line the bottom of the baking dish.
- Spoon a layer of the soup mixture over the tortillas and top with a layer of cheese.
- Add a layer of dry tortillas (you do not have to dip these - only the first layer needs to be dipped in the sauce.)
- Continue layering (tortillas, sauce, cheese) and end with cheese. This usually makes three layers.
- Bake at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes or until it is bubbly and melted.
Notes
This is easy to customize. If you like things spicy, you can add more green chiles or add diced jalapenos. You could also add more chicken or even throw in some chopped cilantro.
If you love quick and easy dinners like this, be sure to check out some of my other 30 minute meals your family will love for even more simple weeknight ideas.
Faith Reflection
There’s something special about meals that bring everyone to the table, especially on days that feel rushed or overwhelming. They can take the chaos away at least for a little while.
This easy but delicious recipe reminds us that it doesn’t have to be complicated to be flavorful. Just like our faith, it’s often the simple, consistent things that nourish us the most.
Even a quick 30-minute dinner can be an act of love when it’s shared with those God has placed in our lives.
Final Thoughts
Jay’s sour cream chicken enchilada casserole is one of those recipes you’ll find yourself coming back to again and again. It’s easy, quick, comforting, and filled with flavors your whole family will love.
Whether you’re feeding a busy family or just need something simple at the end of a long day, this dish is a reminder that good food and good times don’t have to be complicated.
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This looks so good, Susan. We love all things Tex-Mex, so I’m super excited to add this to our menu. Thanks for making dinner easy! Hugs, CoCo
Tex-Mex is my favorite! I could have it every night!