Easy Chicken Enchilada Recipe: A Flavorful Twist for Home Cooks
This Easy Chicken Enchilada Recipe offers a flavorful twist perfect for home cooks. Enjoy a delightful combination of tender chicken, spices, and cheesy goodness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Mexican
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce, cheese, onions, cumin, garlic powder, and salt.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll them up, and place them seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until heated through and the cheese is melted.
Notes
- For a spicier enchilada, add diced jalapeños to the filling.
- Serve with sour cream and fresh cilantro for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg