Name: Chicken Enchiladas That Are Irresistibly Easy To Make
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 cups Cooked and shredded chicken Use rotisserie chicken for convenience or cook your own; 1 can Red enchilada sauce (10 oz) Adds a zesty kick or choose mild or spicy based on preference; 2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack cheese Melts beautifully and adds creaminess; 8 pieces Flour tortillas Soft and pliable for easy rolling; 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil Used for sautéing onions and garlic; 1 small Onion chopped Adds sweetness and depth to the filling; 2 cloves Garlic minced Brings a wonderful aroma and flavor; 1 teaspoon Cumin Adds warmth and earthiness; 1 teaspoon Chili powder Gives a nice kick and enhances flavor; to taste Salt and pepper Helps balance the flavors; for garnish Chopped cilantro Adds a pop of color and freshness; for serving Sour cream Adds creaminess and tang

Chicken Enchiladas That Are Irresistibly Easy To Make

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Delicious Chicken Enchiladas are a flavorful dish featuring tender shredded chicken and zesty enchilada sauce. These baked Chicken Enchiladas with red sauce are perfect for an easy Mexican main course that everyone will enjoy.

Author: Virginie Lacombe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: Servings: 4 enchiladas
Category: Main Course
Method: Baked
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Standard

Ingredients

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2 cups Cooked and shredded chicken Use rotisserie chicken for convenience or cook your own
1 can Red enchilada sauce (10 oz) Adds a zesty kick or choose mild or spicy based on preference
2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack cheese Melts beautifully and adds creaminess
8 pieces Flour tortillas Soft and pliable for easy rolling
1 tablespoon Vegetable oil Used for sautéing onions and garlic
1 small Onion chopped Adds sweetness and depth to the filling
2 cloves Garlic minced Brings a wonderful aroma and flavor
1 teaspoon Cumin Adds warmth and earthiness
1 teaspoon Chili powder Gives a nice kick and enhances flavor
to taste Salt and pepper Helps balance the flavors
for garnish Chopped cilantro Adds a pop of color and freshness
for serving Sour cream Adds creaminess and tang

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add vegetable oil. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Add the shredded chicken to the skillet with the sautéed onions and garlic. Season with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes.
Pour a small amount of red enchilada sauce into the bottom of a baking dish to prevent sticking.
Take a flour tortilla, place a generous spoonful of the chicken mixture in the center, sprinkle with shredded cheese, and roll tightly. Place seam side down in the baking dish. Repeat until all tortillas are filled.
Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top of the rolled enchiladas and sprinkle with the rest of the shredded cheese.
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
Let the enchiladas rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with sour cream.

Notes

These enchiladas are versatile
feel free to customize with jalapeños for heat or substitute chicken with beans for a vegetarian option
For crisp tops, broil 2–3 minutes at the end

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 enchilada
Calories: 400

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