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Chicken Enchiladas

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A delicious dish featuring rolled tortillas filled with chicken and topped with a savory sauce.

  • Total Time: 40 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
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté onions until translucent.
  3. Add shredded chicken, cumin, chili powder, and half of the enchilada sauce. Mix well.
  4. Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet until pliable.
  5. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll them up.
  6. Place the rolled tortillas in a baking dish seam-side down.
  7. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with cheese.
  8. Bake for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Serve hot with sour cream on the side.

Notes

  • You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • Adjust spice levels to taste.
  • Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • 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: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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