Homemade Enchiladas

Transform your weeknight dinners with these irresistibly delicious homemade enchiladas! Bursting with tender shredded chicken (or vegetarian-friendly beans), zesty enchilada sauce, and gooey melted cheese, this recipe is a comforting classic that’s perfect for the whole family. The tortillas are generously filled, rolled, and baked to perfection, creating a dish that’s both hearty and satisfying. A simple yet flavorful spice blend of cumin, chili powder, and garlic in a quick sautéed onion base elevates the filling to restaurant-quality. Ready in just 45 minutes, this customizable recipe offers options for flour or corn tortillas and a variety of toppings like fresh cilantro or a dollop of sour cream. Whether you're feeding a crowd or meal prepping, these enchiladas are guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Shredded cooked chicken (or cooked ground beef/beans for vegetarian option)
• 2 cups Enchilada sauce
• 2 cups Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican blend)
• 8 pieces Corn or flour tortillas
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium White or yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro leaves (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened, then stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, and salt. Cook for another minute until the spices are fragrant.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken (or ground beef/beans) with half a cup of the enchilada sauce and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

Spoon about 1/4 cup of the filling onto each tortilla. Roll the tortillas tightly and place them seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.

Step 5

Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, making sure to cover them completely. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 7

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired and serve with sour cream on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1690 grams (1690.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2674

Total Fat 134.10g	172%
Saturated Fat 60.60g	303%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 706mg	235%
Sodium 5953mg	259%
Total Carbohydrate 139.80g	51%
Dietary Fiber 16.20g	58%
Total Sugars 19.60g
Protein 220.80g	442%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 2075mg	160%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 2641mg	56%

*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: 45.6%

Protein: 33.3%

Carbs: 21.1%