Description

Creamy Chicken Enchiladas are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for family dinners or gatherings. This delightful dish features soft tortillas filled with seasoned shredded chicken, a rich creamy cheese sauce, and zesty green chilies, all baked to golden perfection. Not only are they easy to prepare, but they can also be customized with your favorite toppings, making them a versatile choice for any occasion. Serve these enchiladas with fresh garnishes like avocado and cilantro for an added burst of flavor. Whether you’re a novice in the kitchen or an experienced cook, this recipe guarantees satisfaction and will impress everyone at your table.

Ingredients

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4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 an onion (chopped into small pieces)
2 minced garlic cloves
1 can of diced green chilies (4 ounces)
1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
2 cups Monterey Jack cheese (shredded)
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese (softened)
1/4 cup sour cream
8 flour tortillas

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil and cook the chicken until browned. Shred it using two forks.
In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until softened. Mix in green chilies, enchilada sauce, cheese, cream cheese, and sour cream until creamy.
Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll them up tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until heated through and golden brown. Serve with garnishes like sour cream or avocado.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 enchilada (approx. 200g)
Calories: 450
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 830mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 85mg