Description
These Chicken Enchiladas are a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. Filled with juicy shredded chicken, gooey cheese, and flavorful spices, these enchiladas are baked to perfection and topped with your favorite garnishes.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Filling:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Enchiladas:
- 8 flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 2 cups red enchilada sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Optional Toppings:
- Sour cream
- Sliced jalapeños
- Extra cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté onions and chicken: In a skillet, sauté diced onions in olive oil until translucent. Add shredded chicken, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Assemble the enchiladas: Spread enchilada sauce in a baking dish. Fill each tortilla with chicken mixture and cheese, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the dish.
- Bake: Pour remaining sauce over the enchiladas, top with cheese, cover with foil, and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with cilantro and desired toppings before serving.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken can be used for convenience.
- For a gluten-free option, use corn tortillas.
- Additional fillings like black beans or sautéed peppers can be added for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
