Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas
Delicious green chile chicken enchiladas, filled with creamy chicken and cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chiles
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- Toppings such as sour cream, chopped cilantro, or diced onions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, and diced green chiles. Stir until well blended and creamy.
- Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Fill each tortilla with a generous portion of the chicken mixture, then roll them up tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.
- Serve hot with your choice of toppings.
Notes
Using leftover chicken can enhance flavor and speed up preparation. Experiment with different types of cheese for a unique twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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