Description
Chicken Enchiladas are the ultimate comfort food, combining tender shredded chicken, zesty enchilada sauce, and gooey cheese all wrapped in warm tortillas. This easy-to-follow recipe brings together rich flavors and vibrant colors, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. With customizable options to suit every palate, these enchiladas guarantee a satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup sour cream (for serving)
- Fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil water in a large pot and cook chicken until internal temperature reaches 165°F (15-20 minutes). Remove and shred.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Combine shredded chicken with sautéed onions and garlic. Spoon mixture into tortillas, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour enchilada sauce over tortillas and sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Serve with sour cream and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (200g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg