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Chicken Enchiladas

Chicken Enchiladas: 5 Heartwarming Ways to Savor Comfort Food

Chicken Enchiladas are rolled tortillas filled with shredded chicken and topped with a savory sauce.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add onions and sauté until translucent.
  4. Stir in cooked chicken, cumin, garlic powder, and half of the enchilada sauce.
  5. Warm the tortillas in a separate pan.
  6. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll them up.
  7. Place the rolled tortillas in a baking dish.
  8. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with cheese.
  9. Bake for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  10. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Use leftover chicken for quicker preparation.
  • Adjust spice level by adding jalapeños.
  • Serve with sour cream or guacamole.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Chicken Enchiladas, Mexican food, main dish