Description
Delicious and easy-to-make chicken enchiladas with a combination of tender chicken, enchilada sauce, and melted cheese, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 8 flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add the shredded chicken, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir until combined.
- Spread a small amount of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Take a tortilla, fill it with the chicken mixture and some cheese, then roll it up and place it seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Repeat with all tortillas.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve hot.
Notes
For vegetarian options, substitute chicken with beans, mushrooms, or roasted vegetables. Customize fillings and toppings to your preference.
