Creamy Enchiladas
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Creamy Enchiladas—a deliciously rich take on a classic Tex-Mex favorite! Tender shredded chicken is mixed with green chilies, spices, and gooey cheddar cheese, then wrapped in soft flour tortillas and smothered in a velvety blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and enchilada sauce. Topped with a generous layer of melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, this oven-baked dish offers the perfect balance of creamy, cheesy, and zesty flavors in every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes and ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, these enchiladas pair beautifully with rice, beans, or a crisp green salad. Don't forget the cilantro garnish for a fresh, restaurant-style finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Shredded cooked chicken
- 8 medium Flour tortillas
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 4-oz can Green chilies, diced
- 2 cups Enchilada sauce
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, diced green chilies, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices.
In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
Lay one tortilla flat and spread a small amount of the cream cheese mixture across the center. Add a generous scoop of the chicken mixture on top, then roll the tortilla tightly to form an enchilada.
Place the enchilada seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and chicken mixture.
Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the top of the rolled enchiladas, making sure they’re fully coated.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese and 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, before serving.
Serve warm with a side of rice, beans, or a fresh salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3601 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 254.2 g | 326% | |
| Saturated Fat | 157.5 g | 788% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 686 mg | 229% | |
| Sodium | 9004 mg | 391% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 231.7 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.3 g | ||
| Protein | 137.9 g | 276% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 3518 mg | 271% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1648 mg | 35% | |
*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.
