Our Low Carb Chicken Enchilada Casserole takes layers of tortillas, sauce, chicken and cheese to create this family favorite. This freezer friendly recipe is a great make ahead meal.
Place a tortilla into each pan and spread a little sauce over each one.
Take half of the chicken mixture and divide it between the two pans, placing the chicken on top of the tortilla.
Place another tortilla on top of the chicken in each pan.
Again, spread sauce over each tortilla and then divide the remaining chicken between the two pans.
Place the final tortilla in each pan and spread sauce on top, Pouring remaining sauce over top of the two casseroles.
Take remaining cheese and top the two casseroles.
Sprinkle olives over the top, if desired.
If eating immediately, bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes.
If freezing, cover in plastic wrap and press out as much air as possible. Then top with foil.
See notes for thawing instructions.
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Notes
We like to divide a typical 9 x13 casserole into two 9 or 8 inch pie plates or square casserole dishes. This allows us to make one casserole last two dinners throughout the month. I prefer pie plates for this casserole because the round tortillas work well in a round dish. Squares can be used if needed.
Air and heat are the freezer meal enemies. Before freezing, make sure your casserole is at room temperature and you have sealed the dish using plastic wrap to reduce the amount of air in the dish. Then add a lid and/or foil.
Always label with recipe name , date made and any special instructions. You think you will remember... but trust me, label. I just use a sharpie and write on the foil.
If using glass or ceramic pie plates or casserole dishes take special care to to expose them to extreme changes in temperature. Always bring a dish to room temperature before freezing or baking.
Casseroles should be good 1-3 months in the freezer.
Thaw casseroles in the refrigerator for 1 day before baking. Set casserole out on the counter for 30 minutes before baking.
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