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Chicken Enchiladas

Delicious and cheesy chicken enchiladas topped with a rich red sauce and melted cheese, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Enchilada Sauce
  • 2 cups red enchilada sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
For Assembly
  • 8 large corn tortillas warmed
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded for topping
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
  2. This mixture will be the filling for your enchiladas, providing a creamy and flavorful base.
Make the Enchilada Sauce
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the red enchilada sauce, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder.
  2. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Allow to cook for about 5-7 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
Assemble the Enchiladas
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spread a thin layer of the enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish to prevent sticking.
  3. Take a warmed corn tortilla, spoon about ¼ cup of the chicken filling into the center, and roll it up tightly. Place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  4. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  5. Once all enchiladas are in the dish, pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake the Enchiladas
  1. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  2. After 20 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serve
  1. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
  2. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
  3. Serve hot with additional enchilada sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, warm the tortillas in a skillet or microwave before filling to make them pliable. You can customize the filling by adding black beans or corn for extra flavor and texture.

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