Chicken Enchilada Casserole (Soy-Free)

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked chicken (shredded)
• 12 count Corn tortillas
• 28 oz Red enchilada sauce (soy-free)
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 1 can Black beans (rinsed and drained)
• 1 cup Corn kernels (frozen)
• 1/2 cup Onion (diced)
• 1 tbsp Olive oil

Instructions

1. 1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 2In a large skillet, heat the 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the 1/2 cup of diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes, until the onion is softened and translucent. Remove the skillet from the heat.
3. 3In a large bowl, combine the 3 cups of cooked shredded chicken, the 1 can of black beans (rinsed and drained), the 1 cup of frozen corn kernels, and the sautéed 1/2 cup of onion. Stir gently to mix all ingredients thoroughly.
4. 4Spread about 1/2 cup (4 fluid ounces) of the 28 oz red enchilada sauce evenly on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Arrange 4 corn tortillas in a single layer over the sauce. Evenly spread half of the chicken mixture (approximately 1.5 cups) over these tortillas, then sprinkle 1/2 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
5. 5Place another 4 corn tortillas over the cheese layer. Spread the remaining half of the chicken mixture (approximately 1.5 cups) evenly over these tortillas, and sprinkle 1/2 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese on top. Finish with the final 4 corn tortillas.
6. 6Pour the remaining 24 oz red enchilada sauce over the top layer of tortillas, ensuring they are mostly covered. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the sauce.
7. 7Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes.
8. 8Carefully remove the aluminum foil. Continue baking for another 15-20 minutes at 375°F (190°C), until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden brown around the edges.
9. 9Let the enchilada casserole cool for at least 10 minutes before cutting and serving. This cooling time allows the layers to set properly and prevents the casserole from falling apart.

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