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Chicken Enchiladas recipe
Ethan

Easy Chicken Enchiladas

These Easy Chicken Enchiladas are the ultimate Mexican dinner! Filled with tender shredded chicken and melty cheese, then smothered in rich red enchilada sauce and baked to perfection, they’re a simple yet flavorful meal everyone will love.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: meal prep
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 371

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 2 cups easy enchilada sauce, divided
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas
  • 2 ½ cups shredded Mexican-blend cheese, divided
  • salt and black pepper, to taste
  • optional toppings: diced onions, chopped cilantro, sour cream, shredded lettuce, cotija cheese

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken with a generous amount of cheese. Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated and cheesy throughout.
  2. Lay a tortilla flat, spoon the chicken and cheese mixture down the center, then roll it up tightly. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  3. Place each rolled tortilla seam-side down in a baking dish, forming a snug row of chicken enchiladas.
  4. Pour the red enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled enchiladas, making sure each one is fully covered with the flavorful sauce.
  5. Sprinkle extra cheese on top, then bake in a preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the enchiladas are hot throughout.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve your easy chicken enchiladas hot, garnished with your favorite toppings for the best Mexican dinner experience!

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quick prep.
  • Swap red enchilada sauce for green if preferred.
  • Add black beans or corn for extra texture and flavor.