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Chicken Enchiladas

Irresistibly Easy Chicken Enchiladas for Cozy Dinners

These Chicken Enchiladas are a comforting, customizable, and flavor-packed meal perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked and Shredded Chicken Use rotisserie chicken for convenience
  • 1 medium Chopped Onion Shallots can be substituted
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Ground coriander is an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust based on spice preference
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Always season to taste
For the Wrap
  • 8 large Flour Tortillas Corn tortillas for gluten-free option
  • 2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese Can substitute with Cheddar or Pepper Jack
For the Sauce
  • 10 oz Red Enchilada Sauce Mild or spicy options available
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil Olive oil is a healthier substitute
For Garnish and Serving
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Perfect for garnishing
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Optional side for serving

Equipment

  • skillet
  • baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prepare Chicken. Boil or bake chicken until fully cooked (165°F/74°C), about 20–30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Sauté Aromatics. In a skillet, heat oil and sauté onion and garlic until onion is translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Make Filling. Add shredded chicken, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet; mix well and heat through for 3–5 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Assemble Enchiladas. Preheat oven to 375°F. Spread a layer of sauce in a baking dish, fill tortillas with chicken mixture and cheese, roll tightly.
  5. Step 5: Add Sauce and Cheese. Pour sauce over enchiladas and top with remaining cheese.
  6. Step 6: Bake. Cover with foil and bake for 20–25 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 5–10 minutes.
  7. Step 7: Rest and Serve. Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with cilantro, and serve with sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

These Chicken Enchiladas can be made ahead or customized with different fillings for variety.

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