Quick and Easy Chicken Enchiladas
Whip up a crowd-pleasing dinner in no time with these Quick and Easy Chicken Enchiladas! Packed with tender shredded chicken, smothered in a smoky enchilada sauce, and topped with a generous layer of melted Mexican blend cheese, this recipe delivers big, bold flavors with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights, these enchiladas come together in just 30 minutes and can be made with your choice of flour or corn tortillas. Customizable toppings like sour cream and fresh cilantro add a delightful finishing touch, making each bite irresistibly creamy and fresh. Serve them straight from the oven for a comforting and satisfying meal that’s sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 8 tortillas (flour or corn)
- 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for topping)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- 1 cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken and 1 cup of enchilada sauce. Mix until the chicken is evenly coated.
Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Add about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture in a line down the center of the tortilla. Sprinkle a small handful of shredded cheese on top of the chicken.
Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and place it seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and chicken mixture.
Pour the remaining 1 cup of enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled-up tortillas. Use a spoon or spatula to spread it so that all the tortillas are covered with sauce.
Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese evenly over the top of the enchiladas.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. If desired, garnish with sour cream and cilantro before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your Quick and Easy Chicken Enchiladas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3579 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.7 g | 178% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.1 g | 340% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 868 mg | 289% | |
| Sodium | 7214 mg | 314% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 237.8 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.6 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.6 g | ||
| Protein | 308.9 g | 618% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2185 mg | 168% | |
| Iron | 27.1 mg | 151% | |
| Potassium | 3056 mg | 65% | |
*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.
