Delicious Chicken Enchiladas
Delicious Chicken Enchiladas are a mouthwatering dish that brings together tender shredded chicken, zesty enchilada sauce, and gooey melted cheese all wrapped in soft flour tortillas. Perfect for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to festive gatherings, these enchiladas offer a burst of flavor that everyone will love. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings, this recipe is not just delicious but also practical, allowing you to whip up a large batch for meal prep or freeze leftovers for quick meals later in the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 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 (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add shredded chicken, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; stir well and cook for another 3-5 minutes.
- Pour a small amount of enchilada sauce into the baking dish.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and cheese; roll tightly and place seam side down in the dish.
- Pour remaining sauce over the top and sprinkle with the rest of the cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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