CHICKEN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE, DIABETIC
From Diabetic Living, this is great. They say: "Instead of using loads of calorie-laden regular sour cream, we lightened these enchiladas with a creamy filling that includes only a wisp of light sour cream." Works for me. Diabetic Exchanges: Starch (d.e.) 1, Vegetables (d.e.) .5, Very Lean Meat (d.e.) 2, Fat (d.e.) 1
Provided by Annacia
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 6 cups
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- FOR CHICKEN FILLING:.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the water, onion, bouillon granules, garlic, and black pepper.
- Bring to boiling; reduce heat.
- Cover and simmer about 3 minutes or until onion is tender, Do Not Drain.
- In a small bowl, combine sour cream, nonfat dry milk powder, and flour; add to onion mixture.
- Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly.
- Remove from heat; stir in chicken.
- Set filling aside.
- TO COMPLETE CASSEROLE:.
- In another small bowl, combine tomato sauce, chile peppers, and snipped cilantro, set aside.
- Coat a 2-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Arrange tortilla strips in the baking dish.
- Top with chicken filling.
- Top with beans.
- Top with tomato sauce mixture.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until heated through.
- Sprinkle with cheese.
- If desired, garnish with cilantro leaves.
- Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
- Makes 6 (1-cup) servings.
- *Test Kitchen Tip: Because chile peppers contain volatile oils that can burn your skin and eyes, avoid direct contact with them as much as possible. When working with chile peppers, wear plastic or rubber gloves. If your bare hands do touch the peppers, wash your hands and nails well with soap and warm water.
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[email protected]This casserole was a bit too cheesy for my taste. I think it would be better with less cheese.
Rahul Amin
[email protected]I've made this casserole several times and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and always turns out great.
God Izo
[email protected]This casserole was a great way to use up leftover chicken. It was easy to make and tasted great.
irfan saeed
[email protected]I made this casserole for my family and they loved it! It was easy to make and tasted delicious.
Tayib Khan
[email protected]This casserole was a bit bland for my taste. I think it needed more seasoning.
Alana Mccoy
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the casserole turned out perfectly. It was creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
YETI THE Gamer
[email protected]This casserole was easy to make and tasted great. I especially liked the addition of the corn and black beans. It gave the casserole a nice Southwestern flavor.
Ashan Ahmad
[email protected]I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it and asked for the recipe. I'll definitely be making it again soon.
Brian Jorgensen
[email protected]This casserole was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. He said it was the best chicken enchilada casserole he's ever had.
MD Monowar hossen
[email protected]I've tried many chicken enchilada casserole recipes, but this one is by far the best. The flavors are amazing and the casserole is always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it!
SYED MUNEEB HUSSAIN
[email protected]This chicken enchilada casserole was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and tasted delicious. I especially loved the creamy sauce and the melted cheese on top. I will definitely be making this again.