Delicious Chicken Enchiladas
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Delicious Chicken Enchiladas, a dish that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. With tender shredded chicken enveloped in soft flour tortillas, smothered in zesty enchilada sauce and topped with melted cheese, this recipe is both simple and satisfying. Perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers, these enchiladas are customizable to fit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can red enchilada sauce (10 oz)
- 8 flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil or bake chicken until fully cooked; shred it.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion and garlic until soft.
- Add shredded chicken to skillet; season with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour a small amount of enchilada sauce into a baking dish.
- Fill tortillas with chicken mixture and cheese; roll tightly and place seam-side down in the dish.
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce over rolled enchiladas; top with cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes; remove foil for an additional 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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