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Chicken Enchiladas

February 3, 2025

Cheesy, Spicy & Irresistible! Chicken Enchiladas Recipe (Ready in 45 Minutes!)

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Craving a fiesta in every bite? These Chicken Enchiladas are loaded with shredded chicken, gooey cheese, and smoky enchilada sauce, wrapped in soft tortillas and baked to bubbly perfection! Perfect for weeknights, potlucks, or Cinco de Mayo, this recipe is easy, crowd-pleasing, and tastes like your favorite Mexican restaurant—no passport required. Let’s roll!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Bold, authentic flavors – smoky, spicy, cheesy goodness!
Meal prep superstar – assemble ahead or freeze for later!
Customizable heat – mild or extra spicy, your call!
Family-friendly – kids and adults devour them!
One-dish wonder – minimal cleanup!

Ingredients You’ll Need

(Serves 6-8)

3 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great!)
8-10 flour or corn tortillas (use corn for gluten-free)
2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or blend)
1 (15 oz) can red enchilada sauce
1 cup diced onion
1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
Olive oil or cooking spray
Toppings: sour cream, avocado, cilantro, lime

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prep the Filling

In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, ½ cup enchilada sauce, 1 cup cheese, onion, green chiles, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt.

Warm the Tortillas

Lightly grease a skillet. Warm tortillas for 10-15 seconds each to prevent cracking.

Assemble the Enchiladas

Spread ½ cup enchilada sauce in a baking dish.
Fill each tortilla with chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the dish.

Sauce & Cheese It Up

Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Bake to Perfection

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Garnish & Serve!

Top with avocado, sour cream, cilantro, and lime wedges. Dig in!

Pro Tips for Enchilada Success

Use rotisserie chicken – saves time and adds flavor!
Double the sauce – for extra saucy, moist enchiladas!
Add beans or rice – stretch the filling for budget-friendly meals!
Freeze before baking – wrap tightly and bake from frozen (add 15-20 mins).
Broil for 2-3 minutes – for extra crispy, golden cheese (watch closely!).

Serving Ideas

Fiesta Spread: Mexican rice, refried beans, and margaritas!
Fresh & Light: Corn salad + lime crema
Game Day: Slice into bite-sized pieces + salsa verde dip!
Breakfast Twist: Top with a fried egg + hot sauce!

Why Chicken Enchiladas?

This dish is the ultimate comfort food meets fiesta! The tender chicken and smoky sauce soak into the tortillas, while the melted cheese adds creamy richness. Plus, it’s gluten-free adaptable, easy to veganize (swap cheese and chicken!), and perfect for feeding a crowd. Leftovers? They taste even better the next day!

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