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Irresistibly Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas

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Delicious and cheesy chicken enchiladas baked to perfection.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

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

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix chicken, half of the cheeses, onion, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  4. Pour enchilada sauce over the tortillas and sprinkle with remaining cheeses.
  5. 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