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.

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
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread 1/2 cup enchilada sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, diced onion, 1 cup shredded cheese, sour cream, green chiles, cumin, and salt. Mix well.
- 3
Warm tortillas slightly (microwave or quick pan fry) to make them more pliable.
- 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
Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, ensuring they are evenly coated. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese over the top.
- 6
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the sauce is heated through.
- 7
Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving, optionally with additional sour cream or avocado.
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