Chicken Enchiladas

Chicken Enchiladas
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    35 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    50 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
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    9.3K

Embark on a culinary journey to Mexico with these sumptuous Chicken Enchiladas! Featuring tender chicken enveloped in warm tortillas and blanketed in a luscious, cheesy sauce, this dish is guaranteed to bring smiles to your family's faces. A fiesta of flavors awaits!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    50 g
  • Cholesterol
    72 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    27 g
  • Saturated Fat
    9 g
  • Sodium
    1227 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    16 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat & Prep: Gather all your ingredients. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View 14 mins Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes per side. Ensure juices run clear. (Cook time: 10-14 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Slice & Dice: Transfer chicken to a cutting board and slice into bite-sized cubes. Return the chicken to the skillet. (Prep time: 3 minutes)

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Recipe View 7 mins Create the Cheesy Sauce: Add chopped onion, 1 cup of shredded Cheddar cheese, sour cream, dried parsley, dried oregano, and ground black pepper to the skillet. Cook and stir over low heat until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. (Cook time: 5-7 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Spice it Up: Stir in the tomato sauce, chopped green bell pepper, minced garlic, chili powder, and salt. If needed, add water to achieve your desired consistency. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

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Recipe View 9 mins Assemble the Enchiladas: Spoon the chicken mixture evenly into each tortilla. Roll them up tightly, creating perfect enchiladas. (Assembly time: 8-10 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Bake to Perfection: Arrange the enchiladas, seam-side down, in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Top generously with taco sauce and the remaining 3/4 cup of Cheddar cheese. (Prep time: 3 minutes)

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Recipe View 20 mins Bake: Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden, approximately 20 minutes. (Bake time: 20 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Cool and Serve: Let the enchiladas cool briefly before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully. (Cool time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View Serve and enjoy your homemade Chicken Enchiladas! Garnish with your favorite toppings such as chopped cilantro, avocado slices, or a dollop of sour cream.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a can of diced tomatoes or green chilies to the chicken mixture.
To prevent the tortillas from tearing, you can lightly warm them in a skillet or microwave before filling.
Feel free to experiment with different cheeses, such as Monterey Jack or a Mexican cheese blend, to customize the flavor.
These enchiladas can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time.
Try adding a can of drained and rinsed black beans or corn to the chicken filling for added texture and flavor.
If you prefer a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the chicken mixture.
Garnish your enchiladas with fresh cilantro, diced avocado, or a dollop of sour cream for a beautiful presentation.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 3.1K Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Stewart Lockman

    This is now my go-to enchilada recipe. Thank you for sharing!

  • Amaya Yost

    I added some diced jalapeños to the chicken mixture for a little extra kick. It was a hit!

  • Seamus Lemke

    I made this for a potluck, and everyone raved about it. The cheesy sauce is simply delicious!

  • Kolby Hammes

    This recipe was so easy to follow, and the enchiladas turned out amazing! My family loved them!

  • Jaclyn Davis

    I made this recipe vegetarian by substituting the chicken with black beans and corn. It was equally delicious!

  • Emilia Hills

    These enchiladas were a big hit! I will definitely be making these again.

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