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chicken enchiladas

Chicken Enchiladas: 7 Reasons to Love This Cheesy Delight


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delicious Mexican dish made with tortillas, chicken, and sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 can enchilada sauce
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onions until soft.
  3. Add shredded chicken and half of the enchilada sauce to the skillet.
  4. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll them up.
  5. Place the rolled tortillas in a baking dish.
  6. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top.
  7. Sprinkle with cheese.
  8. Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese melts.
  9. Serve with sour cream.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • Feel free to add beans or vegetables.
  • Top with fresh cilantro for added flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: chicken enchiladas, Mexican food, easy dinner