15 Minute Easy Enchiladas
Whip up a delicious dinner in no time with these irresistible 15-Minute Easy Enchiladas! Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe combines tender shredded chicken (or your favorite protein) with warm tortillas, rich enchilada sauce, and gooey melted Mexican blend cheese, all baked to golden perfection in just minutes. The enchiladas are broiled for a quick, bubbly finish, while optional fresh garnishes like cilantro, sour cream, and avocado add a vibrant touch. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this crowd-pleasing dish promises to become a weeknight staple. Quick, easy, and loaded with Southwest-inspired goodness, these enchiladas prove that a satisfying homemade meal doesn’t have to take all day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Flour or corn tortillas
- 2 cups Cooked shredded chicken (or protein of choice)
- 2 cups Enchilada sauce
- 2 cups Shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil or cooking spray
- 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, for serving)
- 1 piece Diced avocado (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven's broiler on high and adjust the oven rack to the middle position.
Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
Spread 1/4 cup of enchilada sauce over the bottom of the baking dish to prevent sticking.
Warm the tortillas in the microwave for 15-20 seconds to make them pliable.
Fill each tortilla with 1/4 cup of shredded chicken and a sprinkle of cheese (approximately 2 tablespoons per tortilla). Roll each tortilla tightly and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
Once all the tortillas are arranged in the baking dish, pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over them, ensuring each tortilla is well coated.
Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese (about 1 cup) evenly on top of the enchiladas.
Place the dish under the broiler and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Carefully remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool slightly for 1-2 minutes.
Garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve with optional toppings like sour cream and diced avocado. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3622 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 181.4 g | 233% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.9 g | 360% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 666 mg | 222% | |
| Sodium | 7043 mg | 306% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 253.0 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.2 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.2 g | ||
| Protein | 235.7 g | 471% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2298 mg | 177% | |
| Iron | 23.3 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 3526 mg | 75% | |
*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.
