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Cheese Chicken Enchiladas


  • Author: mohamedsf573gmail-com
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

Delicious enchiladas filled with creamy queso and shredded chicken, topped with gooey cheese and hearty enchilada sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1 cup queso dip
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1 can of enchilada sauce
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix the shredded chicken with queso dip and diced onions in a bowl, season with salt and pepper.
  3. Scoop some of the chicken mixture into a tortilla, roll it up, and place it seam-side down in a baking dish.
  4. Repeat with remaining tortillas, layering closely in the dish.
  5. Pour enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

Make-ahead by assembling and refrigerating before baking. Customize by swapping proteins or adding beans.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: enchiladas, chicken, cheese, Mexican, comfort food