Dan's Chicken Enchiladas

Satisfy your craving for bold, comforting flavors with Dan's Chicken Enchiladas—a hearty dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings alike. This easy-to-follow recipe combines tender shredded chicken, zesty enchilada sauce, and a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses wrapped in soft flour tortillas. A hint of diced green chilies and sautéed onion and garlic amplify the dish's savory richness, while a sour cream-infused filling adds creamy indulgence. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection and garnished with fresh cilantro, these enchiladas are a surefire crowd-pleaser. Ready in under an hour, they pair wonderfully with sides like guacamole, salsa, or Mexican rice for a truly satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 2 cups Enchilada sauce
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 8 pieces Flour tortillas
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 can (4 ounces) Diced green chilies
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely diced
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the finely diced onion and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring frequently.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, 1 cup of the enchilada sauce, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, the sour cream, diced green chilies, cooked onion and garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

Step 4

Spread 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce evenly over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 5

Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture down the center of the tortilla. Roll the tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Step 6

Pour the remaining 1 1/2 cups of enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas in the baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and the Monterey Jack cheese on top.

Step 7

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm with your favorite toppings such as guacamole, sour cream, or salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2320.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4101.0

Total Fat 215.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 121.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1065.5mg	0%
Sodium 9973.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 217.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 34.1g
Protein 345.1g	0%

Vitamin D 32.3IU	0%
Calcium 3388.2mg	0%
Iron 22.5mg	0%
Potassium 3021.5mg	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: 46.3%

Protein: 33.0%

Carbs: 20.8%