Recipe: Chicken Enchiladas
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
🥘 Cook Time: 30 minutes
🥗 Prep Time: 45 minutes
Description:
This chicken enchilada recipe is a cherished favorite among family and friends. With its rich flavors and satisfying ingredients, it’s no wonder my husband’s friends are always eagerly anticipating the next batch. Passed down from my aunt, this recipe promises a delightful meal that pairs perfectly with Spanish rice and a fresh salad. Plus, it’s even better as leftovers the next day!
Recipe Category: Chicken
Keywords: Poultry, Meat, Mexican, Spicy, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 722.4
- Fat Content: 41.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 19.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 139mg
- Sodium Content: 1837.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 39.6g
- Fiber Content: 2.5g
- Sugar Content: 2.8g
- Protein Content: 45.2g
Ingredients:
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 green onion, chopped
- 1 can black olives, sliced
- 12 flour tortillas
- 1 can enchilada sauce
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Boil the chicken breasts until cooked through, then allow them to cool before shredding them into bite-sized pieces. |
| 2 | In a separate pot, combine the enchilada sauce, cream of chicken soup, and 1 cup each of shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. |
| 3 | Add the shredded chicken to the sauce mixture, stirring until well combined. |
| 4 | Take a flour tortilla and spoon some of the chicken mixture onto its center. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and place it seam-side down in a 9×13 inch baking dish. Repeat this process until all tortillas are filled and rolled. |
| 5 | Pour any remaining sauce over the top of the rolled tortillas, ensuring they are evenly coated. Sprinkle the remaining shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese over the top. |
| 6 | Garnish the enchiladas with chopped green onions and sliced black olives for added flavor and presentation. |
| 7 | Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the enchiladas for approximately 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the enchiladas are heated through. |
| 8 | Once baked, remove the enchiladas from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. |
These chicken enchiladas are a delightful combination of tender chicken, gooey cheese, and flavorful sauce, making them a surefire crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Enjoy the hearty flavors and comforting aromas of this classic Mexican-inspired dish with your loved ones! 🍽️
