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Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Chicken Enchiladas Recipe: The Ultimate Comforting Mexican Dinner You’ll Love

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A quick and delicious recipe for chicken enchiladas, featuring tender shredded chicken rolled in soft flour tortillas and smothered in a zesty red sauce and melted Monterey Jack cheese. This dish is perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (8 enchiladas) 1x

Ingredients

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2 cups cooked and shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken can be used for convenience)

1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce

2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

8 flour tortillas

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 small onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon chili powder

Salt and pepper to taste

Chopped cilantro, for garnish

Sour cream, for serving

Instructions

1. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic for 3-4 minutes until soft and fragrant.

2. Add the shredded chicken to the skillet. Season with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes.

3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour a small amount of the red enchilada sauce into the bottom of a baking dish to prevent the enchiladas from sticking.

4. Take a flour tortilla and place a generous amount of the chicken mixture in the center. Sprinkle with shredded cheese and roll it up tightly.

5. Place the rolled tortilla seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas and filling.

6. Pour the rest of the enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas. Top with the remaining shredded cheese.

7. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes.

8. Remove the foil and bake for another 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and has turned a light golden color.

9. Let the enchiladas rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and a dollop of sour cream.

Notes

You can prepare the chicken filling up to 2 days in advance and refrigerate until ready to assemble.

Swap flour tortillas for corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.

Leftover enchiladas reheat well in the oven or microwave and can be frozen for up to 2 months.

  • Author: barbara
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
  • Calories: 400