MOM'S GREEN CHILI CHICKEN ENCHILADAS

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This is probably the MOST requested meal I make by both family and friends. The great thing is that it is incredibly easy! Oftentimes I just pick up a rotisserie chicken and debone it rather than bake my own chicken. Canned chicken can be used, but it doesn't taste as good (fresh) as a fresh baked chicken. This recipe can be made...

Provided by Fran Murray

Categories     Casseroles

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 c cooked, chopped chicken
16 oz jar of 505 southwestern roasted green chiles (can be found at walmart or albertson's) or 1 4-oz can chopped green chilies (preferably hatch) plus 1 7-oz can green chili salsa
3/4 tsp salt
2 1/2 c heavy cream
18 corn tortillas
4 c grated monterey jack cheese (or more - lots of cheese is always better!)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 2. In a large bowl, mix the chicken and green chiles together.
  • 3. Drizzle some of the heavy cream in the bottom of a greased 13x9x2-inch pan. Layer 6 corn tortillas over the cream. Layer half of the chicken/green chile mixture over the tortillas. Sprinkle some salt over the chicken. Sprinkle 1/3 of the cheese over the chicken.
  • 4. Layer 6 more tortillas over the cheese. Pour 1/2 of the remaining cream over the tortillas. Layer the remaining chicken/green chile mixture over the cream. Sprinkle some salt over the chicken. Sprinkle 1/3 of the cheese over the chicken.
  • 5. Layer the last 6 tortillas over the cheese. Pour the remaining cream over the tortillas. Sprinkle some salt over the cream. Finally, sprinkle the remaining 1/3 cheese over the cream.
  • 6. Bake, uncovered, for 25 to 35 minutes until the cheese is melted and lightly brown and the chicken and cream is bubbly.
  • 7. Let the enchilada casserole sit for 10 minutes prior to cutting. Get ready to enjoy something incredible!

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