Description
Comforting and indulgent Cheese Chicken Enchiladas filled with shredded chicken, queso, and topped with zesty enchilada sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups queso (cheese sauce)
- 8 tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 can diced green chilies
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the shredded chicken, queso, diced green chilies, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Take each tortilla, fill it with the chicken mixture, and roll it up tightly.
- Place the rolled tortillas seam side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour the enchilada sauce over the top of the tortillas and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Use homemade enchilada sauce and queso for enhanced flavor. Customize fillings with beans or vegetables for added texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican