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Chicken Enchiladas

Chicken Enchiladas


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  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Perfect for Cinco de Mayo, family gatherings, or cozy weeknight dinners—these enchiladas are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 6 flour tortillas
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce
  • 2 cups shredded cheese
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Fresh cilantro chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until soft, then add cumin and chili powder.
  3. Stir in chicken and cook until warmed through.
  4. Mix chicken with some sauce and a handful of cheese.
  5. Fill tortillas, roll them, and place in a baking dish seam-side down.
  6. Cover with remaining sauce and top with cheese.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes until bubbly, garnish with cilantro, and serve.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
  • Add beans or veggies for extra nutrition.
  • Top with sour cream or avocado for extra richness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
  • Calories: 460
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 810mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg