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Chicken Enchiladas

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of chicken enchiladas, featuring seasoned chicken wrapped in soft tortillas and topped with rich enchilada sauce.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: chicken enchiladas, Mexican food, comfort food, easy recipes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté diced onions until translucent.
  • Add shredded chicken, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet and mix well.
  • Warm the tortillas in a microwave for 30 seconds to make them pliable.
  • Spread a tablespoon of enchilada sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
  • Place a small amount of the chicken mixture in each tortilla and roll them up tightly.
  • Lay the rolled tortillas seam-side down in the baking dish.
  • Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the tortillas.
  • Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the sauce.
  • Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 3g