Chicken Enchiladas
Chicken Enchiladas are a delightful fusion of savory chicken, rich enchilada sauce, and melted cheese wrapped in soft tortillas. This easy-to-follow recipe brings together vibrant flavors, making it perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup red enchilada sauce
- 8 flour or corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack mix)
- ½ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Cook chicken for about 15-20 minutes until fully cooked, then shred into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with half the enchilada sauce and half the cheese.
- Spread some sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the dish.
- Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas and top with remaining cheese. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, add fresh cilantro or jalapeños to your filling. Use leftover chicken for an even quicker meal. To avoid breaking tortillas when rolling, warm them briefly in a skillet or microwave.