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Smoky Chicken And Chorizo Mexican Enchilada Baked Casserole Recipe

This crowd-pleasing Mexican Enchilada Casserole is a flavor explosion! Leftover chicken is transformed into a comforting and satisfying meal with smoky chorizo, chipotle peppers, sweet corn, and a creamy sour cream topping. Customize the spice level to your liking – add more jalapenos and chipotle powder for extra heat, or stick with mild salsa for a gentler kick. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a fun weekend gathering! This recipe is easily adaptable to your spice preferences and uses readily available ingredients. Inspired by a two-for-one leftovers challenge, this recipe is guaranteed to become a family favorite.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 791.4 kcal
Protein 88g
Rating 3.5 (10 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Smoky Chicken And Chorizo Mexican Enchilada Baked Casserole

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How to Make Smoky Chicken And Chorizo Mexican Enchilada Baked Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken (2 cups, shredded), chorizo (6 oz, cooked and crumbled), chipotle chili powder (1 tsp, or to taste), and corn (1 cup, frozen or canned, drained).
  3. Add 1 (15 oz) can of mild or hot salsa (add 2 tablespoons of water if your salsa is thick). Stir to combine.
  4. In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spread half of the chicken and chorizo mixture evenly.
  5. Top with 1 cup of sour cream, spreading it evenly.
  6. Add the remaining chicken and chorizo mixture, spreading evenly.
  7. Cover with the remaining sour cream.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with chopped jalapeno peppers (1-2, finely chopped), chopped parsley (2 tbsp), and chopped cilantro (2 tbsp) before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

83 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

104g

Carbs

20g

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