Description
Mexican-inspired spiralized sweet potato enchilada casserole combines roasted vegetables and zesty spices for a nourishing meal. Hearty layers blend creamy cheese, tender sweet potato noodles, and rich enchilada sauce, providing you a comforting dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chicken, shredded
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, spiralized
- 1 (15 oz / 425 g) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz / 425 g) can corn, drained
- 2 cups red enchilada sauce
- 6 oz (170 g) Colby jack cheese or cheese blend, shredded
- 1 green onion, chopped
- ½ avocado, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Parsley, for garnish
- Sour cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preparation: Grease a baking dish and preheat oven to 400°F, creating an ideal environment for layering spiralized sweet potato noodles as the foundational base.
- Chicken Mixture: Combine shredded chicken with enchilada sauce, incorporating black beans and corn, then season thoroughly with salt, pepper, and preferred spices to develop a rich, complex flavor profile.
- Layering: Spread spiralized sweet potato noodles uniformly across the baking dish, then carefully distribute the seasoned chicken and vegetable mixture, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Cheese Topping: Generously blanket the casserole with shredded cheese, which will transform into a golden, crispy layer during baking.
- Baking Process: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and roast in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, removing the foil during the final 10 minutes to allow the cheese to caramelize and develop a tempting golden-brown crust.
- Finishing Touches: Allow the casserole to rest for several minutes after removing from the oven, then embellish with fresh green onions, creamy avocado slices, chopped parsley, and a dollop of sour cream to enhance visual appeal and complement the dish’s robust flavors.
Notes
- Spiralize with Precision: Use a sharp spiralizer and apply consistent pressure to create uniform sweet potato noodles that cook evenly and provide the perfect base texture.
- Layer Strategically: Spread sweet potato noodles tightly to prevent excess moisture and ensure a firm, non-soggy foundation for the casserole.
- Moisture Management: Pat chicken and vegetables dry before mixing to prevent watery filling and maintain the casserole’s structural integrity.
- Cheese Melting Tip: Use a blend of cheeses like sharp cheddar and monterey jack for enhanced flavor complexity and superior melting performance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg