Enchilada Zagna Recipe

This easy Enchilada Zagna recipe is a flavor explosion! Imagine layers of tender tortillas, juicy chicken, creamy cheese sauce, and rich enchilada sauce, all baked to bubbly perfection. This lighter take uses low-fat evaporated milk, shredded cheddar, and sour cream, without sacrificing any of the deliciousness. Get ready for rave reviews – it's a guaranteed hit for family dinners and potlucks!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 264 kcal
Protein 31g
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Ingredients for Enchilada Zagna

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How to Make Enchilada Zagna

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 13x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray or oil.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup of the enchilada sauce and the low-fat sour cream.
  4. In a medium saucepan, combine the evaporated milk, 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, and the drained green chilies.
  5. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat.
  6. Spread 1 cup of the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  7. Layer 4 tortillas over the sauce.
  8. Spread 1 cup of the enchilada sauce over the tortillas.
  9. Top with 1 1/2 cups of the shredded chicken and 1 cup of the cheese sauce.
  10. Repeat layers: 4 tortillas, 1 cup enchilada sauce, 1 1/2 cups chicken, 1 cup cheese sauce.
  11. Top with the remaining tortillas, the remaining enchilada sauce, and the remaining cheese sauce.
  12. Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil.
  13. Bake for 40 minutes.
  14. Remove from oven, uncover, and let sit for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

45 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

47g

Carbs

4g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Enchilada Zagna?

Enchilada Zagna takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Enchilada Zagna?

Enchilada Zagna has approximately 264 calories per serving, with about 31 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 25 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Enchilada Zagna?

The key ingredients for Enchilada Zagna are Cooked Chicken Breasts, Red Enchilada Sauce, Sour Cream, Evaporated Milk, Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Diced Green Chilies. See the full list with measurements above.

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