Best 9 Spicy Enchilada Casserole Recipes

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with our curated collection of the best spicy enchilada casserole recipes. Whether you're a novice cook looking for an easy-to-follow guide or a seasoned chef seeking a new culinary adventure, we have something for everyone. From classic enchilada recipes with a spicy twist to innovative takes on this Mexican favorite, our carefully selected recipes will delight and satisfy even the most discerning palate. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey filled with bold flavors, layers of melted cheese, and the perfect balance of spice!

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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The inclusion of tempeh adds a good measure of protein to this spicy enchilada casserole. You can replace the Cheddar cheese with Monterey Jack if you like. Serve with sour cream and salsa!

Provided by Carol Hilderbrand

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, chopped
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chile peppers
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 (8 ounce) package tempeh, crumbled
6 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 (19 ounce) can enchilada sauce
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees (175 degrees C). Lightly oil a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the beans, garlic, onion, chile peppers, jalapeno pepper, and tempeh. Pour enchilada sauce into a shallow bowl.
  • Dip three tortillas in the enchilada sauce, and place them in the prepared baking dish. Be sure to cover the bottom of the dish as completely as possible. Place 1/2 of the bean mixture on top of the tortillas, and repeat. Drizzle the remaining sauce over the casserole, and sprinkle with olives and shredded cheese.
  • Cover, and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover, and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.2 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 709.2 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

SPICY ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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This zippy Mexican casserole is a real winner at our house. It's so flavorful and filling, we usually just accompany it with rice and black beans. If your family has spicier tastes, increase the chili powder and use a medium or hot salsa.-Julie Huffman, New Lebanon, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 2 casseroles (4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup water
2 to 3 tablespoons chili powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups salsa, divided
10 flour tortillas (8 inches), cut into 3/4-inch strips, divided
1 cup sour cream
2 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) whole kernel corn, drained
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, chili powder, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. , Place 1/4 cup salsa in each of two greased 8-in. square baking dishes. Top each with a fourth of the tortillas and 1/4 cup salsa. , Divide the meat mixture, sour cream and corn between the two casseroles. Top with remaining tortillas, salsa and cheese. , Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 1 month. Cover and bake second casserole at 350° for 35 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through. , To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake as directed above.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 592 calories, Fat 26g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 1535mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

SPICY CHICKEN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Spicy Chicken Enchilada Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PickyEater

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite size pieces
1 (24 ounce) jar chunky salsa
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe olives
6 corn tortillas, halved
2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add bell pepper, onions, and garlic and cook (stirring occasionally) until the vegetables are tender (2-3 minutes).
  • Add chicken and cook (stirring frequently) until the chicken is no longer pink (about 3-5 minutes).
  • Stir in salsa and olives.
  • Layer half the tortillas in the bottom of a 9 inch square baking dish.
  • Top with half the chicken mixture and 1 cup of cheese.
  • Repeat layers.
  • Cover pan and bake 20 to 25 minutes or until bubbly and cheese melts.
  • Serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640.9, Fat 37, SaturatedFat 19.6, Cholesterol 141.4, Sodium 1582.7, Carbohydrate 32.8, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 6.8, Protein 47.1

SPICY BUFFALO CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for the baking dish
1 rotisserie chicken, shredded (about 4 cups)
1 pound grated Monterey Jack cheese (about 4 cups)
2 cups mild red enchilada sauce
3/4 cup hot sauce, preferably Frank's Red Hot
Eight 10-inch flour tortillas
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, finely shredded
1/2 cup Ranch Dressing, recipe follows
1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
2 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  • Add the chicken and 2 1/2 cups of the Monterey Jack cheese to a large bowl and toss together. Set aside.
  • Heat the butter, enchilada sauce and hot sauce and in a small saucepan over medium heat until the butter melts. Remove from the heat. Transfer 1 cup of the sauce to the bowl with the chicken. Toss to fully coat.
  • Ladle 1/2 cup of the sauce into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spread a heaping 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture evenly onto a tortilla, then roll it up. If you'd like, trim the round ends of the tortilla that are unfilled and reserve for another use. Cut the rolled tortilla into 6 pinwheels. Place each pinwheel cut-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and chicken mixture. Pour the remaining sauce over the tortillas and sprinkle the remaining Monterey Jack cheese on top.
  • Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbling, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toss the lettuce with the ranch dressing in a large bowl.
  • Sprinkle the blue cheese crumbles on top of the enchiladas. Serve immediately with the salad.
  • Combine the mayonnaise, buttermilk, chives, parsley, garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

SPICY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Cooked chicken strips and canned enchilada sauce hurry along this zesty entree. I came up with this spicy chicken enchiladas recipe shortly after I got married. It's a delicious dinner for two that's easy to double for company. &mdashAmy Dando, Apalachin, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (6 ounces) ready-to-use Southwestern chicken strips
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce, divided
1 cup refried beans
4 flour tortillas (7 inches), warmed
1 can (2-1/2 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
Optional toppings: chopped tomato and shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, 1 cup cheese and 1/2 cup enchilada sauce. Spread 1/4 cup refried beans down the center of each tortilla. Top with chicken mixture; roll up., Place in 2 ungreased small baking dishes. Top with the remaining enchilada sauce and cheese; sprinkle with olives., Cover and bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. If desired, top with tomato and lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 868 calories, Fat 46g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 140mg cholesterol, Sodium 2849mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 52g protein.

SPICY BEEF AND BEAN ENCHILADA PIE



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This is a scrumptious, filling Mexican dish that is easy and loved by everyone I've served it to. Lots of flavor and a spicy kick of chiles and pepperjack cheese will make this a family staple any night of the week.

Provided by Karla Smith

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef
½ cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 ounce) can Tex Mex-style diced tomatoes
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix
1 (20 ounce) can refried black beans
2 (10 ounce) cans red enchilada sauce (such as Old El Paso®)
2 cups shredded pepperjack cheese
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
6 (8 inch) flour tortillas
½ cup sour cream, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Cook and stir ground beef and onions in a large skillet over medium-high heat until meat is browned and crumbly, 7 to 10 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in diced tomatoes, green chiles, cilantro, and taco seasoning mix. Remove from heat.
  • Mix black beans and 1 can red enchilada sauce in a bowl until creamy.
  • Mix pepperjack cheese and Monterey Jack cheese together in a separate bowl.
  • Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Cook tortillas, one at a time, until slightly crisp, about 15 seconds per side.
  • Place one tortilla on the bottom of an 8-inch springform pan. Spread a generous layer of black bean mixture on top of tortilla, then spread a layer of ground beef mixture on top. Sprinkle 1 cup of cheese mixture on top of meat mixture and pour 1/4 cup red enchilada sauce over the top. Repeat the tortilla, bean, meat, cheese, and sauce layering process, finishing with cheese and enchilada sauce on top.
  • Cover pan with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven until cheese is bubbling and enchiladas are cooked through, about 40 minutes. Cool for 15 minutes and serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 641.9 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 101.6 mg, Fat 36.2 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 32.7 g, SaturatedFat 17.5 g, Sodium 1683.9 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

SINNY'S SPICY ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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I have made this for years and everyone I know has come to love it, Its not typically like enchiladas but it is spicy and wonderful and I hope you all enjoy it as much as me and my family and friends do.

Provided by sinnyinc

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 -3 lbs ground beef (add more or less depending on the size of baking pan you choose to use)
3 (8 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
1 (12 ounce) jar jalapenos
4 tomatoes, diced (more if you would prefer more)
32 ounces shredded cheese (I prefer krafts 4 cheese mexican blend)
1 (8 ounce) package of pre-shredded lettuce
1 (10 count) package of burrito size tortillas
1 -2 teaspoon salt (optional)
1 -2 teaspoon pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium sized pot combine the ground beef, jalapeno and salt and pepper. Cook through.
  • Add the cream of chicken soup and stir in until well combined.
  • In baking pan layer with tortillas leaving the tortilla to lay on the bottom and along the edges of the pan spread some of the beef mixture ontop of that and then layer on tomato and lettuce you can then layer on cheese if you like or wait.
  • Next lay on more tortillas and then repeat the process with the beef mixture lettuce and tomato. Spread cheese over the top until covered well.
  • Place into pre-heated oven ( 400 degrees) and bake until cheese is melted and edges of tortillas are browned.
  • Take out cut and serve.
  • I hope you enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1327.9, Fat 75.8, SaturatedFat 36.2, Cholesterol 208.7, Sodium 3060.5, Carbohydrate 88.2, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 7.3, Protein 72.2

SPICY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Want to add something spicy to your Mexican dinner? Then check out these cheesy chicken enchiladas made using Muir Glen® tomatoes, Old El Paso® mild salsa and tortillas.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained
2 1/2 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese (10 oz)
1 teaspoon salt-free southwest chipotle seasoning blend
3 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 1/2 cups Old El Paso™ mild salsa
1 package (11.5 oz) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 tortillas; 8 inch)
Sliced green onions, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix sour cream, tomatoes, 1 cup of the cheese and the seasoning blend. Stir in chicken.
  • Spread 1/2 cup of the salsa in baking dish. Spoon 1/2 cup chicken mixture down center of each tortilla; roll up. Place enchiladas, seam side down, over salsa in baking dish. Spoon remaining 1 cup salsa over filled enchiladas; top with remaining 1 1/2 cups cheese.
  • Bake uncovered 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and enchiladas are thoroughly heated. Garnish with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444, Carbohydrate 29 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 835 mg

SPICY TURKEY ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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Ground turkey seasoned with chili powder and ground cumin gives this easy-to-make enchilada casserole its hearty appeal.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 lb. 93%-fat-free ground turkey
1/2 cup chopped onions
1 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1 can (15.5 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed
1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chiles, undrained
1 cup sour cream
2 Tbsp. flour
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
8 corn tortillas (6 inch)
1 can (10 oz.) enchilada sauce
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Hot Habanero Cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Cook turkey, onions, chili powder and cumin in large nonstick skillet until turkey is done, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Stir in beans and chiles.
  • Mix sour cream, flour and garlic powder until blended.
  • Cover bottom of 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray with 4 tortillas, cutting as necessary to fit; top with layers of half each of the turkey mixture, sour cream mixture and enchilada sauce. Repeat layers.
  • Bake 30 min. or until heated through. Top with cheese; bake 5 min. until melted. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 400 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 15 g

### Tips - For the best flavor, use high-quality ingredients. This means using fresh, ripe vegetables, flavorful meat, and a good quality cheese. - Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. There are many different ways to make an enchilada casserole, so feel free to add your own personal touch. - Be careful not to overcook the casserole. The enchiladas should be cooked through, but they should not be dry or tough. - Serve the casserole with your favorite toppings. This could include sour cream, guacamole, salsa, or cheese. ### Conclusion Enchilada casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef, and it can be easily tailored to your own personal taste. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give enchilada casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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