Cheese Chicken Enchiladas
Cheese Chicken Enchiladas are a delicious and comforting dish perfect for any occasion, packed with flavor and simple ingredients.
Ingredients
For the filling
- 5 pieces Burrito Size Flour Tortillas
- 2.5 cups Shredded Chicken (cooked)
- 0.5 packet Taco Seasoning
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Chilies
For the sauce
- 10 ounces Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies (undrained)
- 1 pound Queso Blanco Velveeta (cubed)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, taco seasoning, sour cream, cheddar cheese, and green chilies. Mix well and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the cubed Velveeta with the undrained diced tomatoes and green chilies. Stir frequently until it becomes smooth and creamy.
- Warm the tortillas briefly in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
- Lay the tortillas flat and spoon 1/2 to 3/4 cup of the chicken mixture into the center of each tortilla. Spread the mixture slightly and roll the tortillas tightly.
Baking
- Place the filled tortillas seam-side down in a 9x13 casserole dish, spacing them evenly with small gaps between each enchilada.
- Pour the warm queso sauce evenly over all the enchiladas, ensuring complete coverage.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and heated through. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
Cheese Chicken Enchiladas are best served hot with fresh salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for dipping. Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
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