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Easy Chicken Enchiladas | Quick, Cheesy & Perfect for Dinner


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  • Author: Isabella Moretti
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (8 enchiladas) 1x

Description

Quick, cheesy baked chicken enchiladas filled with tender meat and topped with rich enchilada sauce. A comforting and easy dinner for any night of the week.


Ingredients

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  • 23 cups cooked shredded chicken

  • 1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Jack, or blend)

  • 1 (10 oz) can enchilada sauce

  • 8 flour or corn tortillas

  • ½ small onion, diced (optional)

  • Salt, pepper, garlic powder, to taste

  • Garnishes: sour cream, cilantro, avocado, jalapeños


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.

  • In a bowl, mix chicken with ½ cup enchilada sauce and ¾ cup cheese. Season if desired.

  • Fill each tortilla with the mixture, roll, and place seam-side down in the dish.

  • Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas. Top with remaining cheese.

  • Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake 10 more minutes.

  • Let rest, then garnish and serve.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken to save time.

  • Add beans or sautéed vegetables for variety.

  • Freeze unbaked enchiladas for future meals.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex, American-Mexican

Nutrition

  • Calories: ~350 per enchilada