Easy Chicken and Cheese Enchiladas ๐ฏ
Description:
This quick and easy recipe is a hit with the whole family, especially the little ones! With juicy chicken, flavorful salsa, and gooey cheese wrapped in warm tortillas, these enchiladas are sure to satisfy. Serve them alongside beans and Spanish rice for a complete and delicious meal.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 536.3
- Fat: 39.7g
- Saturated Fat: 19.8g
- Cholesterol: 128.6mg
- Sodium: 1116.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 16.4g
- Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugar: 3.4g
- Protein: 29.2g
Ingredients:
- 3 chicken breasts
- 1 onion
- 1 cup salsa
- 3/4 cup diced green chilies
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 flour tortillas
Instructions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). | 0 minutes |
| 2 | Boil the chicken breasts in a pot of water until fully cooked, then dice them up. | 15 minutes |
| 3 | In a saucepan, combine cream of chicken soup, diced chicken, salsa, green chilies, sour cream, and 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. | 5 minutes |
| 4 | Bring the mixture to a slight boil, then remove from heat. | 5 minutes |
| 5 | Spoon the chicken mixture onto each flour tortilla and fold them over, placing them seam-side down in a baking dish. | 5 minutes |
| 6 | Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the enchiladas. | 0 minutes |
| 7 | Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. | 15 minutes |
Tips:
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time on cooking and shredding the chicken.
- Customize the level of spiciness by choosing mild, medium, or hot salsa.
- Add extra toppings like sliced jalapeรฑos, diced tomatoes, or avocado before serving.
These Easy Chicken and Cheese Enchiladas are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or for entertaining guests. They’re simple to make and packed with flavor, making them a family favorite every time!
