Description
Delicious Chicken Enchiladas are a crowd-pleasing meal that combines tender shredded chicken, zesty enchilada sauce, and gooey melted cheese all wrapped in soft flour tortillas. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or enjoying a cozy night in, these enchiladas deliver a burst of flavor that will satisfy everyone at the table. Quick to prepare, customizable to your liking, and perfect for meal prep, they make weeknight cooking a breeze. Top them with fresh cilantro and serve alongside sour cream for an irresistible dish that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 8 flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic in vegetable oil until soft.
- Stir in shredded chicken along with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; cook for another few minutes.
- Pour a little enchilada sauce into the bottom of a baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and sprinkle with cheese; roll tightly and place seam side down in the dish.
- Top with remaining enchilada sauce and cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before garnishing with cilantro and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding veggies or different cheeses. For extra flavor, consider using rotisserie chicken for convenience. These enchiladas can be made ahead of time; simply assemble them up to 24 hours in advance.