Easy Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas

Transform dinner into a fiesta with these Easy Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas—a crowd-pleasing combination of tender shredded chicken, creamy cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, and rich enchilada sauce, all wrapped in warm flour tortillas. This recipe stands out with its ultra-creamy filling featuring softened cream cheese seasoned with cumin, garlic, and onion for a flavor-packed bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, these enchiladas are perfect for busy weeknights, offering a comforting, cheesy delight with minimal prep. Topped with bubbling melted cheese and optional fresh cilantro, they’re a guaranteed hit when served with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa. Perfect for families and ideal for leftovers, these enchiladas are your go-to recipe for Tex-Mex comfort food at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked shredded chicken
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups Enchilada sauce
• 8 Flour tortillas
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
• 1 as needed Nonstick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, softened cream cheese, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 3

Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce evenly on the bottom of the dish.

Step 4

Lay a flour tortilla flat on a surface. Spoon approximately 1/3 cup of the chicken and cheese mixture onto 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 5

Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas. Use a spatula or spoon to ensure all the tortillas are covered with sauce.

Step 6

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the enchiladas.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Optional: Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro on top of the enchiladas before serving for a burst of freshness.

Step 10

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2082.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4293.0

Total Fat 239.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 136.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 1201.6mg	0%
Sodium 9342.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 199.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g	0%
Total Sugars 17.6g
Protein 349.9g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 3297.8mg	0%
Iron 25.3mg	0%
Potassium 2729.7mg	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: 49.5%

Protein: 32.2%

Carbs: 18.3%