Mom's Delicious Enchiladas

Discover the ultimate comfort food with "Mom's Delicious Enchiladas," a heartwarming and flavor-packed recipe perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. These homemade enchiladas feature tender, shredded chicken infused with aromatic spices like cumin and chili powder, wrapped in soft flour tortillas and smothered in rich, tangy enchilada sauce. Topped with melted cheddar cheese, they bake to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, making this a quick and satisfying meal option. Garnished with fresh cilantro and a dollop of creamy sour cream, these enchiladas are as vibrant as they are irresistible. Prepare to savor the perfect harmony of Mexican-inspired flavors with this easy-to-follow recipe—a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 5

Ingredients

• 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 10 pieces flour tortillas
• 2 cups enchilada sauce
• 1 medium chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional)
• 0.5 cup sour cream (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, cooked onion mixture, and 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce. Mix well to combine.

Step 4

Warm the flour tortillas in a microwave for about 20 seconds to make them more pliable. Spoon 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture onto the center of each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down into the prepared baking dish.

Step 5

Once all the tortillas are assembled and placed in the dish, pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the top. Make sure to cover all the tortillas to keep them moist while baking.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 8

Remove the enchiladas from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve with a dollop of sour cream on top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2113.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3807.3

Total Fat 176.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 910.5mg	0%
Sodium 9746.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 236.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 19.8g
Protein 318.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2538.2mg	0%
Iron 26.9mg	0%
Potassium 2787.1mg	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: 41.8%

Protein: 33.4%

Carbs: 24.8%