Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of homemade Chicken Enchiladas, a comforting dish that perfectly blends tender shredded chicken, zesty enchilada sauce, and gooey melted cheese wrapped in soft corn tortillas. This easy-to-follow recipe is not only ideal for weeknight dinners but also shines at family gatherings and special celebrations. Customizable to suit your taste preferences, these enchiladas can be topped with your favorite garnishes, making them a versatile choice for any occasion. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a delicious meal ready in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup enchilada sauce (red or green)
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- ½ cup diced onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with half of the enchilada sauce, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and soften each corn tortilla for about 10-15 seconds on each side.
- Spread some enchilada sauce in a 9×13 inch baking dish. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll tightly.
- Place rolled tortillas seam-side down in the baking dish. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over them, sprinkle with cheese and diced onion.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; then remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg