Ultimate Quick and Easy Chicken Enchiladas
Transform your weeknight dinner with these delicious chicken enchiladas, packed with juicy chicken, melted cheese, and savory enchilada sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine your shredded chicken with 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce and half of the shredded cheese. Mix well.
- Take a tortilla, fill it with the chicken mixture, roll it up tightly, and place it seam-side down in a greased baking dish. Repeat this process until all tortillas are filled.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top of rolled tortillas, and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake in your preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
- Let the enchiladas cool slightly before serving with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of freshly chopped cilantro.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using rotisserie chicken and incorporating sautéed onions and bell peppers into the filling.