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Chicken Enchiladas

A delicious and hearty dish featuring tender chicken rolled in tortillas and smothered in a rich enchilada sauce, perfect for family dinners.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: chicken enchiladas, Mexican food, comfort food, easy recipes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the diced onions until translucent.
  • Add shredded chicken and half of the enchilada sauce, stirring to combine.
  • Warm the tortillas in a separate pan to make them pliable.
  • Spoon a portion of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla.
  • Roll the tortillas tightly and place them seam-side down in a baking dish.
  • Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas.
  • Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 2g