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Chicken Enchiladas

Indulge in the savory goodness of chicken enchiladas, filled with seasoned chicken and topped with rich sauce and cheese, perfect for family dinners.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: chicken enchiladas, Mexican cuisine, comfort food, easy dinner
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Warm the tortillas in a skillet until soft.
  • Spread a small amount of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  • Place a generous amount of the chicken mixture in each tortilla and roll them up.
  • Arrange the rolled tortillas seam-side down in the baking dish.
  • Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas.
  • Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  • Garnish with sour cream, onions, and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 18g | Fiber: 2g