Enchiladas Mona Luisa

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Enchiladas Mona Luisa, a crowd-pleasing Mexican-inspired comfort dish that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines tender shredded chicken with a creamy blend of Monterey Jack, Cheddar, and cream cheese for a luscious filling that's wrapped in soft, golden corn tortillas. Smothered with a homemade enchilada sauce made from diced tomatoes with green chilies, tomato sauce, and a medley of bold spices like chili powder and cumin, these enchiladas are then baked to perfection, topped with melted cheesy goodness. With a prep time of just 25 minutes and customizable garnishes like fresh cilantro, this easy-to-make dish is ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve these savory enchiladas as a main course with your favorite sides for a meal that's both comforting and bursting with authentic flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Shredded cooked chicken
• 12 Corn tortillas
• 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 1 14.5-ounce can Canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 15-ounce can Tomato sauce
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the shredded chicken, 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese, 1/2 cup of Cheddar cheese, and the cream cheese. Mix well and set aside.

Step 3

In a blender, combine the diced tomatoes with green chilies, tomato sauce, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, and salt. Blend until smooth to create your enchilada sauce. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Warm each corn tortilla in the skillet for 10-15 seconds per side to make them pliable.

Step 5

Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken and cheese mixture onto each tortilla. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and place it seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

Once all the enchiladas are assembled, pour the prepared enchilada sauce evenly over the top, ensuring all the enchiladas are covered.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese evenly over the enchiladas.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired, before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your Enchiladas Mona Luisa!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2609.4 grams (2609.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4682

Total Fat 223.40g	286%
Saturated Fat 102.40g	512%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 1054mg	351%
Sodium 4525mg	197%
Total Carbohydrate 314.20g	114%
Dietary Fiber 50.50g	180%
Total Sugars 26.80g
Protein 355.90g	712%

Vitamin D 72IU	360%
Calcium 3056mg	235%
Iron 24mg	132%
Potassium 3812mg	81%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.9%

Protein: 30.3%

Carbs: 26.8%