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Ultimate Quick and Easy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe for Dinner! Meals To Make In Bulk

Ultimate Quick and Easy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe for Dinner! Meals To Make In Bulk

This ultimate enchiladas recipe saves weeknight dinners and large gatherings alike. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, it's your go-to for fast and satisfying meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
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Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken rotisserie or leftover grilled
  • 8 tortillas flour or corn
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce red or green
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
Aromatics & Seasoning
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
Optional Toppings
  • sour cream to serve
  • avocado slices
  • chopped cilantro
  • green onions chopped

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, a bit of enchilada sauce, minced garlic, and chili powder. Mix well.
  3. Warm tortillas slightly, then fill each with chicken mixture and a sprinkle of both cheeses. Roll and place seam-side down in the dish.
  4. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the tortillas. Top generously with the rest of the cheese.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Garnish with sour cream, avocado slices, cilantro, or green onions. Serve hot.

Notes

Double the ingredients for larger groups or freeze a second tray for future meals. To make mini enchiladas, use small tortillas and bake in muffin tins. Warm tortillas before rolling to avoid cracks.