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Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas

Chicken Enchiladas

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Easy Chicken Enchiladas recipe Cheesy delicious ready fast Perfect weeknight dinner Try it today

Ingredients

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  • 2-3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups red enchilada sauce
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, cilantro, green onions, diced tomatoes, olives

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until softened.
  • Add shredded chicken, chili powder, and cumin to the skillet. Mix well.
  • Warm the corn tortillas by lightly frying them in a pan or microwaving them wrapped in a damp paper towel.
  • Dip each tortilla in enchilada sauce.
  • Fill each tortilla with chicken mixture and roll it up.
  • Place the rolled enchiladas seam-down in a baking dish.
  • Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the enchiladas.
  • Sprinkle with Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Let rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with your favorite toppings.

Notes

A comforting and flavorful chicken enchilada recipe, perfect for weeknight dinners. This recipe blends traditional flavors with modern techniques for a delicious and easy-to-make meal that the whole family will love.