Description
Enjoy these comforting Easy Chicken Enchiladas, filled with shredded chicken and melted cheese, smothered in rich enchilada sauce.
Ingredients
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- 1 ½ cups shredded cooked chicken
- 2 cups enchilada sauce, divided
- 2 ½ cups shredded Mexican-blend cheese, divided
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: sour cream, cilantro, diced onions, cotija, avocado, shredded lettuce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Mix shredded chicken with ¼ cup enchilada sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Microwave tortillas in a damp towel for 1 minute until pliable.
- Add chicken and 1 cup cheese to each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top, then sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes, until the cheese melts and bubbles.
- Add toppings and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Warm tortillas first to prevent cracking. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10–12 minutes, or microwave for 1–2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican