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Chicken Enchiladas

Tender shredded chicken wrapped in tortillas, topped with enchilada sauce and melted cheese.

Servings4
Prep10 minutes
Cook20 minutes
Total30 minutes
LevelEasy
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Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups Shredded cooked chicken
  • 2 cups Enchilada sauce
  • 8 Corn tortillas
  • 2 1/2 cups Shredded Mexican-blend cheese
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Diced onions (optional)
  • Chopped cilantro (optional)
  • Sour cream (optional)
  • Shredded lettuce (optional)
  • Cotija cheese (optional)
Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, 1/4 cup enchilada sauce, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Mix together, taste, and season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  2. If using corn tortillas, wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for 1 minute, flipping halfway through until warm and pliable. If using flour tortillas, microwave them in the same manner.
  3. Fill each tortilla evenly with the chicken mixture and about 1 cup of the shredded cheese. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in a large baking dish.
  4. Pour the remaining 1 3/4 cups enchilada sauce over the tortillas. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese.
  5. Bake for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Serve immediately with any desired toppings.
Pairs Well With
Spanish rice
Refried beans
Mexican street corn
Green salad