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Chicken Enchiladas

35-Minute Chicken Enchiladas Recipe: Irresistibly Cheesy & Easy

A delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish featuring tender chicken wrapped in tortillas and smothered in a savory sauce.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté onions and bell peppers until soft.
  3. Add shredded chicken, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Warm tortillas slightly to make them pliable.
  5. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll tightly.
  6. Place rolled tortillas seam-side down in a baking dish.
  7. Pour enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with cheese.
  8. Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
  • Adjust spice levels to your preference.
  • Top with sour cream or fresh cilantro if desired.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: chicken enchiladas, Mexican food, easy dinner