Chicken Enchiladas
If you’re searching for a dish that brings joy to the dinner table, these Chicken Enchiladas are a must-try! Bursting with flavor and incredibly easy to make, they quickly become a family favorite. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, these enchiladas feature a delicious filling of seasoned chicken and gooey cheese wrapped in soft tortillas. The best part? You can prepare them ahead of time, making them perfect for meal prep or unexpected visitors. Serve them hot with toppings like sour cream and cilantro, and watch everyone come back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 can store-bought red enchilada sauce (10 oz)
- Chopped cilantro (for garnish)
- Sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic in vegetable oil until soft.
- Mix in shredded chicken with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; heat through.
- Pour some enchilada sauce into a baking dish.
- Fill tortillas with chicken mixture and cheese; roll tightly and place seam-side down in the dish.
- Cover with remaining enchilada sauce and sprinkle more cheese on top.
- Bake covered for 20-25 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 5-10 minutes until golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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