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Chicken Enchiladas

Chicken Enchiladas: 5 Secrets for Mouthwatering Comfort

Delicious chicken enchiladas with a flavorful sauce.

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

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. Sauté onions until soft.
  4. Add shredded chicken and half of the enchilada sauce to the pan.
  5. Warm tortillas in a microwave for 30 seconds.
  6. Fill each tortilla with chicken mixture and roll tightly.
  7. Place rolled tortillas in a baking dish.
  8. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top.
  9. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  10. Bake for 20 minutes until cheese is melted.
  11. Serve with sour cream.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation.
  • Add jalapeños for extra heat.
  • Top with fresh cilantro for garnish.
  • 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: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Chicken Enchiladas, Mexican food, easy dinner