Easy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Hearty and flavorful, these chicken enchiladas are filled with seasoned shredded chicken, rolled in tortillas, smothered in a rich red sauce, and baked with melted cheese until bubbly.

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Chicken Enchiladas
Prep
25 min
Cook
25 min
Total
50 min
Servings
6

Ingredients

  • 3 cupsCooked Chicken (shredded)
  • 12Corn Tortillas
  • 28 oz canRed Enchilada Sauce
  • 2 cupsCheddar Cheese (shredded)
  • 0.5 mediumOnion (diced)
  • 0.5 cupSour Cream
  • 4 ozGreen Chiles (canned, diced)
  • 1 tspCumin
  • 0.5 tspSalt
  • 2 tbspCilantro (for garnish)

Nutrition

Per serving, estimated

Calories
500 kcal
Protein
35 g
Carbs
40 g
Fat
25 g

Steps

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread 1/2 cup enchilada sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, diced onion, 1 cup shredded cheese, sour cream, green chiles, cumin, and salt. Mix well.

  3. 3

    Warm tortillas slightly (microwave or quick pan fry) to make them more pliable.

  4. 4

    Place a portion of the chicken mixture (about 1/4 cup) down the center of each tortilla. Roll up tightly and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.

  5. 5

    Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, ensuring they are evenly coated. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese over the top.

  6. 6

    Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the sauce is heated through.

  7. 7

    Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving, optionally with additional sour cream or avocado.

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