Chicken Black Bean Enchiladas

These Chicken Black Bean Enchiladas are a fiesta of bold flavors and comforting textures, perfect for your next weeknight dinner or family gathering. Packed with seasoned shredded chicken, hearty black beans, and melted cheese, all wrapped in soft tortillas and smothered in a rich enchilada sauce, this dish is irresistibly satisfying. A hint of warm spices like cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder elevate the filling, while the option of adding diced green chilies brings a zesty kick. Ready in just 45 minutes, these enchiladas bake to golden, cheesy perfection and are garnished with fresh cilantro for a vibrant finish. Serve them hot with a dollop of sour cream, creamy guacamole, or a squeeze of lime for a meal that’s bursting with Mexican-inspired flavors. Whether you're new to cooking or a kitchen pro, these enchiladas are easy to prepare and sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked shredded chicken
• 1 cup Black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
• 2 cups Enchilada sauce
• 8 pieces Corn or flour tortillas
• 1 can Diced green chilies (optional)
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Cooking spray or oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or oil.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, 1 cup of shredded cheese, diced green chilies (if using), cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

Spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 4

Place a tortilla on a flat surface. Scoop about 1/3 cup of the chicken and black bean mixture onto the center of the tortilla. Roll it tightly and place it seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Step 5

Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas, making sure they are fully covered. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese over the top.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the enchiladas are heated through.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.

Step 8

Serve warm with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, or a squeeze of lime.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2008.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2626.3

Total Fat 105.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 645.6mg	0%
Sodium 6886.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 187.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.8g	0%
Total Sugars 22.1g
Protein 239.6g	0%

Vitamin D 48.0IU	0%
Calcium 2096.9mg	0%
Iron 23.6mg	0%
Potassium 3662.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.7%

Protein: 36.1%

Carbs: 28.2%