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Chicken Enchiladas

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Delightful chicken enchiladas filled with shredded chicken and topped with a creamy sauce, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.


Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken, half of the cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of flour in a small amount of butter, then slowly add chicken broth and sour cream, stirring until smooth and thickened.
  4. To assemble, fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll them up, and place seam side down in a greased baking dish.
  5. Pour the sour cream sauce over the rolled enchiladas, then sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  7. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

Experiment with different cheeses or add finely chopped vegetables to the filling for additional flavor.