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Chicken Enchiladas

Savory Chicken Enchiladas for a Cozy Family Dinner

Enjoy these delicious Chicken Enchiladas, perfect for a cozy family dinner, combining shredded chicken, green chile sauce, and cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Using rotisserie chicken saves time.
  • 2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack or Mozzarella Cheese Try Pepper Jack for a spicy kick.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Substitute with Greek yogurt if desired.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cumin Can be omitted for a milder taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can enhance the flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Green Chile Enchilada Sauce Provides a zesty heat.
For the Wrap
  • 8 pieces Corn or Flour Tortillas Whole wheat tortillas can lighten the meal.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Helps to crisp the top.
For Garnish
  • Fresh Cilantro Offer a fresh pop; skip if not a fan.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking dish by lightly greasing it with oil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, 1 cup of shredded cheese, sour cream, cumin, and garlic powder, and stir well.
  3. Warm corn or flour tortillas in a skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side to keep them pliable.
  4. Take a warm tortilla, spoon about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture into the center, and roll it tightly.
  5. Pour the green chile enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top, and drizzle with olive oil.
  6. Bake the enchiladas for about 25 minutes, until bubbling and the cheese turns golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These enchiladas are perfect for sharing and can be customized with your favorite ingredients.

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