Irresistibly Creamy Chicken Enchiladas You’ll Love

These Chicken Enchiladas are a family favorite, featuring tender chicken, bold sauce, and gooey cheese wrapped in tortillas.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 5

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 enchiladas

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Filling

3 cups Cooked and Shredded Chicken Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
1 cup Chopped Onion Adds sweetness and depth.
2 cloves Minced Garlic Infuses aromatic flavor.
1 teaspoon Cumin Introduces warmth.
1 teaspoon Chili Powder Provides a mild kick.
to taste Salt Essential for flavor.
to taste Pepper Essential for flavor.

For the Enchiladas

8 large Flour Tortillas Soft and pliable.
10 oz Red Enchilada Sauce Choose mild or spicy.
2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese Melts beautifully.

For Serving

1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro For garnish.
1 cup Sour Cream For serving.

Equipment

Skillet
baking dish
Oven

Method

Preparation Instructions

Cook chicken until fully cooked, then shred it.
In a skillet, heat oil and sauté onion and garlic.
Mix in shredded chicken, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and assemble enchiladas.
Bake enchiladas with sauce and cheese for 20-25 minutes.
Let rest, garnish with cilantro and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Warm tortillas before filling to prevent tearing and customize ingredients based on preferences.

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