Famous Chicken Enchiladas

Get ready to savor the irresistible flavors of these Famous Chicken Enchiladas, a crowd-pleasing recipe that's bursting with zesty spices, cheesy goodness, and the perfect hint of heat! Tender, seasoned shredded chicken is combined with diced green chilies and creamy red enchilada sauce, then wrapped in soft, warm flour tortillas. Smothered with more enchilada sauce and a generous layer of melted Mexican blend cheese, these enchiladas bake to bubbly perfection in just 35 minutes. This easy-to-make dish is topped with cool sour cream and fresh cilantro for a vibrant finish, making it ideal for busy weeknights, potlucks, or a family fiesta. With simple ingredients and bold flavors, these chicken enchiladas are destined to become your new favorite comfort food. Perfect keywords: chicken enchiladas recipe, Mexican food, easy dinner ideas, cheesy enchiladas, family-friendly meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 5

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 4-ounce can green chilies (diced, canned)
• 2 10-ounce cans red enchilada sauce
• 10 pieces flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder on both sides.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and shred the chicken using two forks.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the diced green chilies and 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce evenly over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 6

Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave for 20-30 seconds to make them pliable.

Step 7

Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle a small amount of shredded cheese on top. Roll the tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.

Step 8

Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and chicken mixture, arranging them snugly in the dish.

Step 9

Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas, making sure they are completely covered. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the top.

Step 10

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the enchiladas from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with sour cream and chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your Famous Chicken Enchiladas!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1861.6 grams (1861.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3299

Total Fat 171.80g	220%
Saturated Fat 91.30g	456%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 611mg	204%
Sodium 13070mg	568%
Total Carbohydrate 251.70g	92%
Dietary Fiber 13.80g	49%
Total Sugars 37.10g
Protein 195.30g	391%

Vitamin D 4IU	18%
Calcium 2591mg	199%
Iron 25mg	141%
Potassium 1220mg	26%

*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: 46.4%

Protein: 23.4%

Carbs: 30.2%