Ingredients
For the Cheesy Chicken & Chile Enchiladas, you will need the following ingredients:
– 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
– 1 cup diced green chiles (canned or fresh)
– 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
– 1 cup sour cream
– 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
– 8-10 corn tortillas
– 1 small onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating delicious Cheesy Chicken & Chile Enchiladas is easy if you follow these steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the Filling: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, cooking until the onion becomes translucent.
3. Add Chicken and Chiles: Stir in the shredded chicken, diced green chiles, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
4. Prepare the Tortillas: In a separate pan, lightly warm the corn tortillas to make them pliable.
5. Fill the Tortillas: Spoon about 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture into each tortilla. Roll them tightly and place them seam-side down in a baking dish.
6. Pour the Sauce: Pour half of the enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas, ensuring they are well covered.
7. Add Cheese and Sour Cream: Spread the sour cream over the top, followed by the remaining enchilada sauce. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over everything generously.
8. Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
9. Garnish: Take the enchiladas out of the oven and let them sit for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
10. Serve: These enchiladas are best enjoyed warm and fresh out of the oven!
With these step-by-step instructions, you’ll create Cheesy Chicken & Chile Enchiladas that are not only delicious but also comforting and hearty.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g