Chicken Enchilada Recipe with a Kick of Flavor
Enchiladas are a staple in Mexican cuisine and a crowd-pleaser for any dinner table. And this chicken enchilada recipe is no exception! Not only is it incredibly easy to make, but the combination of juicy, tender chicken, creamy cheese, and spicy enchilada sauce is enough to make your taste buds dance with delight.
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π₯ Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need for this delicious recipe:
Ingredients:
- 8 flour tortillas
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, monterey jack, or a combination)
- 1 can enchilada sauce
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 small diced onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
πͺ Instructions
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the diced onion. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the cooked and shredded chicken to the pan and stir to combine with the onions and garlic. Cook until the chicken is heated through.
- In a separate bowl, mix together 1 cup of enchilada sauce with the shredded cheese.
- Spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla.
- Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and place seam-side down in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with additional cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
π Top tip
Voila! Your delicious chicken enchiladas are ready to be served. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or to feed a crowd. Pair it with a simple side of rice and beans, or serve it with a side salad for a healthier option.
Feeling adventurous? Try adding a touch of cumin, chili powder, or diced jalapenos to the chicken mixture for an extra kick of flavor. And if you want to keep this recipe gluten-free, simply swap out the flour tortillas for corn tortillas. The options are endless with this versatile dish.
So what are you waiting for? Give this mouth-watering chicken enchilada recipe a try tonight and enjoy a delicious and satisfying meal. Your taste buds will thank you!
π Recipe
Chicken Enchilada Recipe
INGREDIENTS
- 8 flour tortillas
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar, monterey jack, or a combination
- 1 can enchilada sauce
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 small diced onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the diced onion. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the cooked and shredded chicken to the pan and stir to combine with the onions and garlic. Cook until the chicken is heated through.
- In a separate bowl, mix together 1 cup of enchilada sauce with the shredded cheese.
- Spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla.
- Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and place seam-side down in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with additional cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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