Description
Sizzling chicken enchiladas delight taste buds with their creamy, cheesy Mexican-inspired magic. Melted cheese, tender chicken, and rich sauce create a comforting meal you’ll savor down to the last delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can (10.5 ounces / 298 grams) cream of chicken soup
Tortillas and Sauce:
- 8 flour tortillas
- 1 can (10 ounces / 284 grams) enchilada sauce
- 1/2 cup diced green chiles
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F, preparing a welcoming environment for the enchiladas.
- Whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and green chiles into a smooth, creamy blend.
- Create a light foundation of the soup mixture across the bottom of a baking dish, ensuring even coverage.
- Layer shredded chicken inside each tortilla, adding a gentle spoonful of soup mixture and a sprinkle of cheese.
- Carefully roll the tortillas, tucking in the edges and positioning them seam-side down in the prepared dish.
- Generously drench the rolled enchiladas with enchilada sauce, ensuring complete coverage.
- Cascade the remaining soup mixture over the top, creating a luscious blanket of flavor.
- Liberally dust the entire dish with additional cheese, promising a golden, melted crown.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the top turns golden and the edges bubble with anticipation.
- Remove from the oven and allow a brief moment of rest before serving the steaming, aromatic enchiladas.
Notes
- Make the enchiladas dairy-free by substituting sour cream with coconut yogurt and using dairy-free cheese alternatives for a lighter, allergy-friendly version.
- Enhance flavor depth by adding a splash of lime juice or a sprinkle of cumin to the chicken mixture for a more complex, vibrant taste profile.
- Prep chicken ahead of time by slow-cooking or using rotisserie chicken to save time and ensure tender, juicy meat that shreds easily.
- Control spice levels by choosing mild green chiles or adding diced jalapeños for extra heat, allowing customization for different taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg