Easy Chicken Cheese Enchiladas
Transform your weeknight dinners with these Easy Chicken Cheese Enchiladas—a mouthwatering Mexican-inspired dish that's as flavorful as it is effortless to make. Featuring tender shredded chicken, creamy cheese, zesty enchilada sauce, and the option to add a touch of heat from diced green chiles, this recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, making it perfect for busy schedules. The tortillas are filled with a luscious chicken and cream cheese mixture, rolled up, smothered in sauce, and topped with gooey melted cheese for a satisfying dish that's baked to golden perfection. Whether you serve these enchiladas with a side of rice, beans, or a vibrant salad, they're guaranteed to be a family favorite. Best of all, it's customizable and freezer-friendly, so you can prep ahead or adjust the flavors to suit your taste. Perfect for quick dinners, meal preps, or casual gatherings, this recipe is your go-to for cheesy, savory comfort.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 8 pieces Flour tortillas
- 1.5 cups Enchilada sauce
- 1 can Diced green chiles (optional)
- 4 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoons Cooking spray or oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a light coating of cooking spray or oil.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, 1 cup of shredded cheese, cream cheese, diced green chiles (if using), chopped cilantro (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Step 3
Lay a flour tortilla on a flat surface. Spoon about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture into the center. Roll the tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
Step 4
Repeat the process for the remaining tortillas and chicken mixture, lining them up snugly in the baking dish.
Step 5
Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas, ensuring they are fully covered.
Step 6
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese over the top.
Step 7
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Step 8
After 20 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let the enchiladas cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 10
Garnish with extra cilantro, if desired, and serve warm with your favorite sides like rice or beans.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1719.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3078.1 |
| Total Fat 154.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 89.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g | |
| Cholesterol 771.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8319.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 193.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.1g | |
| Protein 241.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 48.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2333.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2282.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories