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Ultimate Quick and Easy Chicken Enchiladas

Delicious chicken enchiladas wrapped in soft tortillas, topped with cheese and enchilada sauce, ready in about 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 10 oz enchilada sauce 1 can
  • 8 pieces small tortillas
  • 0.5 cup chopped onions optional
  • 0.5 cup sour cream for serving
  • 0.25 cup chopped cilantro for garnish, optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce and half of the cheese.
  3. Place a generous amount of the chicken mixture on each tortilla and roll them up tightly.
  4. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  5. Arrange the rolled tortillas seam-side down in the dish.
  6. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top of the enchiladas and sprinkle with the rest of the cheese and chopped onions.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Let cool slightly, then serve with sour cream and cilantro.

Notes

These enchiladas can be made ahead of time. They keep in the fridge for about 3-4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months. Consider pairing with tortilla chips and guacamole for extra flavor.