Mouthwatering Mexican Casseroles

April 21, 2014
Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Cindy Barr
Give casserole night a little Mexican flair with these tasty one-dish wonders.
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Mexican Chili Verde Chicken Casserole

Photo: Jen Causey; Food Styling: Margaret Dickey and Gordon Sawyer; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis
Mexican Chili Verde Chicken Casserole Recipe

This casserole is a favorite in our test kitchen and it's easy to see why. It's delicious, family friendly and easy to prep. You might want to double this recipe—you're going to want leftovers. 

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Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Lindsey Lower
Chicken Enchilada Casserole Recipe
The chicken stays moist throughout baking and reheating, thanks to a gentle poach and a creamy verde sauce. Fresh cilantro stems have tons of flavor; make sure to include them in the sauce.

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Enchiladas Suizas

Photo: Alex Farnum
Enchiladas Suizas Recipe
These decadent enchiladas are named "Swiss" because of all the cream and cheese they contain. So, you know you're in for a treat when you see this casserole dish come out of the oven.
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Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen
Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas Recipe
Chipotles can be a touch spicy, but you can use only half of what's called for to decrease heat and still get great smoky flavor.

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Stacked Chicken Enchiladas

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Ginny Branch 
Stacked Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
Because you layer this Tex-Mex dish, lasagna-style, instead of rolling each enchilada individually, you save time in the kitchen, and the results are ultimately healthier because the tortillas don't have to be fried or softened in oil before you assemble the casserole.

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Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

Photo: Peden & Munk; Styling: Amy Wilson 
Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Like all good New Mexico food, these Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas are simple, earthy, and delicious. Its heat depends on the chiles; go with Anaheims if you scorch easily.

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Chicken Enchiladas

Photo: Alison Miksch; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller
Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Make the enchilada sauce up to three days ahead; the flavors will meld and only get better.

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Mexican Chicken Casserole

Mexican Chicken Casserole

This creamy Mexican Chicken Casserole is loaded with green chiles, enchilada sauce, and onions that give this top-rated recipe a subtle spicy flare.

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Baked Chiles Rellenos

Photo: Leo Gong; Styling: Karen Shinto
Baked Chiles Rellenos Recipe
This casserole version of the Mexican specialty is perfect for a spicy Sunday brunch.
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Mexican Skillet Casserole

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Mexican Skillet Casserole Recipe
Serve with corn chips for dipping, or roll this yummy mixture up in a tortilla with some chopped romaine lettuce for an amazing burrito.

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Cheesy Chicken Taco Casserole

Cheesy Chicken Taco Casserole Recipe
This ridiculously easy, 6-ingredient chicken taco casserole makes a great way to mix up your family's taco night.

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Black Bean and Cheese Enchiladas with Ranchero Sauce

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Black Bean and Cheese Enchiladas with Ranchero Sauce Recipe
We guarantee this enchilada dish will garner rave reviews from your hungry crowd. The ranchero sauce is a must!
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Enchilada Casserole

Photo: Johnny Autry and Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr
Enchilada Casserole
Watch how easy it is to make a hearty, healthy Mexican casserole your family will love.

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Chicken Tamale Casserole

Photo: Lee Harrelson
Chicken Tamale Casserole Recipe
This Chicken Tamale Casserole is a quick and easy swap for more traditional tamales—but just as delicious!

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Chicken Enchiladas

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl
Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
Sometimes, you just can't beat a classic chicken enchilada. So, pull up a chair and pile your plate high with chicken-stuffed tortillas!
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Mexican Casserole

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Jan Gautro
Mexican Casserole Recipe
This light and healthy vegetarian Mexican casserole gets its great flavor from tons of fresh ingredients, like cilantro, plum tomatoes, lime juice, and jalapeño peppers. 

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Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Cindy Barr
Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
Trade the traditional enchilada sauce for a creamy, cheesy topping on this 40-minute Mexican chicken casserole. Your family will never know they're enjoying a lightened meal.
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