Ingredients
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Before we start cooking, let’s gather our ingredients. This recipe is straightforward, with items that are easy to find. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix chicken, half of the cheeses, onion, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour enchilada sauce over the tortillas and sprinkle with remaining cheeses.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, remove foil and bake for 5 more minutes until cheese is bubbly.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider garnishing with fresh cilantro.
- Customize the spiciness by adjusting the chili powder.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free tortillas)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg