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Cheese Chicken Enchiladas


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  • Author: carlosramirez
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: None

Description

Comforting cheese chicken enchiladas stuffed with tender chicken and cheesy goodness, perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings.


Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup queso cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup sour cream (for serving)
  • Chopped green onions (for garnish)


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine shredded chicken, queso cheese, black beans, corn, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until well mixed.
  3. Spread a few tablespoons of enchilada sauce at the bottom of a baking dish.
  4. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll it up tightly, placing it seam-side down in the baking dish.
  5. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with extra queso cheese.
  6. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  8. Serve warm, topped with sour cream and green onions.

Notes

Consider pairing with a side salad or homemade guacamole for a complete meal. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican