Speedy Cheese and Chicken Enchiladas
Whip up a crowd-pleasing dinner in no time with these Speedy Cheese and Chicken Enchiladas! Packed with tender shredded chicken, a blend of melty cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, and a dose of zesty enchilada sauce, this recipe delivers a comforting, flavor-packed meal in just 30 minutes. Soft flour tortillas are filled with a savory chicken mixture, rolled up, and baked to gooey perfection, while sour cream and fresh cilantro add the perfect finishing touch. Ideal for busy weeknights, this easy enchilada recipe is sure to become a family favorite. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, it’s the ultimate quick and easy dinner idea!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 8 pieces Flour tortillas
- 2 cups Enchilada sauce
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil or cooking spray
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with vegetable oil or cooking spray.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, 1/2 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup of the Monterey Jack cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Step 3
Lay one tortilla flat and spoon 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture along the center. Roll it up tightly and place it seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and chicken mixture.
Step 4
Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas, ensuring all are coated.
Step 5
Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.
Step 6
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
Step 7
Remove the foil and bake for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with sour cream and chopped cilantro, if desired.
Step 9
Serve warm and enjoy your Speedy Cheese and Chicken Enchiladas!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1621.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2940.7 |
| Total Fat 147.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 79.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 684.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7184.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 185.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.1g | |
| Protein 235.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2349.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1817.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories