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Chicken Enchiladas

Delicious and cheesy chicken enchiladas, perfect for a family dinner.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2.5 pounds cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 can enchilada sauce 10 ounces, mild or hot
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

For the Filling

  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 0.5 cup chopped green chilies canned
  • 0.5 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped onion, green chilies, cumin, and garlic powder. Mix well.
  • Warm the corn tortillas slightly to make them pliable. You can do this in a skillet or microwave.
  • Dip each tortilla briefly in the enchilada sauce, then fill with about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture and some cheese. Roll up and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  • Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas. Sprinkle with the remaining cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the enchiladas are heated through.
  • Let stand for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with your favorite toppings like sour cream, salsa, or cilantro.

Notes

For spicier enchiladas, use hot enchilada sauce or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken mixture.