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Easy Chicken Enchiladas with Red Sauce: 3 Irresistible Tips


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1 cup red enchilada sauce
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, 1/2 cup cheese, 1/2 cup enchilada sauce, onion, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Spoon a portion of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, roll them up tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  4. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top of the rolled tortillas, then sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  5. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  6. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Serve hot, topped with sour cream and fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

  • Feel free to add black beans or corn to the chicken mixture for extra flavor and texture.
  • You can substitute white sauce for red sauce if preferred.
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Dinner
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 12
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Protein: 20

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