Description
Indulge in the savory delight of Chicken and Cheese Enchiladas, a dish that’s perfect for gatherings and family dinners alike. This easy-to-follow recipe combines tender chicken with rich, melted cheese, all wrapped in soft tortillas and baked to golden perfection. The enchiladas are topped with a flavorful enchilada sauce that seeps into every bite, creating a comforting meal that everyone will love. Whether you’re serving it on a special occasion or enjoying a cozy night in, these enchiladas are bound to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 cups enchilada sauce
- Salt and ground black pepper
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups shredded cheddar jack cheese
- 8 flour tortillas
- Cooking spray
- ½ cup fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- In a deep skillet, heat the enchilada sauce and garlic until boiling. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then nestle into the sauce. Cover and cook on low for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked.
- Remove chicken, let it cool slightly, then shred using forks.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with ¾ cup reserved sauce and 1 cup cheese.
- Warm tortillas in the microwave to soften them. Spoon filling onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Brush enchiladas with olive oil and bake uncovered for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas, sprinkle with cheese, cover with foil, and bake for an additional 20 minutes at 400°F.
- Remove foil and bake another 5-10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (175g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg