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Leftover Rotisserie Chicken Enchilada Casserole is the best easy dinner.

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A hearty and comforting layered casserole that transforms leftover rotisserie chicken into a flavorful Mexican-inspired meal with black beans, corn, and melted cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
  • Sour cream (optional, for serving)
  • Olive oil (for sautéing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onion and bell peppers in olive oil for 5 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper; cook for 1 minute.
  4. Stir in the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and half of the enchilada sauce until heated through.
  5. Cut tortillas in half. Layer half of the tortillas in the baking dish, followed by half of the chicken mixture and 1 cup of cheese.
  6. Repeat layers with the remaining tortillas and chicken mixture. Top with the remaining enchilada sauce and the rest of the cheese.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  8. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Let sit for 5 minutes, garnish with cilantro, and serve with sour cream.

Notes

  • You can use flour tortillas if you prefer, though corn tortillas provide a more traditional texture.
  • To make it spicier, add diced jalapeños to the onion and pepper mix.
  • Ensure the beans are well-drained to prevent the casserole from becoming soggy.

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