Ultimate Quick and Easy Chicken Enchiladas
A quick and simple recipe for delicious chicken enchiladas that are perfect for busy weeknights or unexpected guests.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup enchilada sauce plus additional for topping
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend) plus more for topping if desired
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- to taste Salt and pepper
Optional toppings
- to taste sour cream
- to taste cilantro
- to taste sliced jalapeños
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce, cheese, onions, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Lay out the tortillas and fill each with the chicken mixture, rolling them up tightly.
- Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Place the rolled tortillas seam side down in the dish.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with additional cheese if desired.
Baking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until heated through and cheese is bubbly.
Serving
- Serve hot with optional toppings like sour cream, cilantro, or sliced jalapeños.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using a more seasoned or spicy enchilada sauce. You can mix in some black beans or corn with the chicken for extra texture and taste. If you like it cheesy, feel free to add more cheese on top before baking.