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Best chicken enchiladas with melted cheese and red sauce on a dinner plate

Best Chicken Enchiladas – Quick and Easy for Every Family

This quick and easy chicken enchiladas recipe is packed with flavor, perfect for busy nights, and guaranteed to become a family favorite. Juicy shredded chicken, melty cheese, and creamy sauce baked to bubbly perfection in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups shredded enchilada chicken or rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1.5 cups enchilada sauce red or green
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 6-8 flour or corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup diced onions optional
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt, pepper, and cumin to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté diced onions until soft.
  3. Add shredded chicken and a few spoonfuls of enchilada sauce. Season with cumin, salt, and pepper.
  4. Fill each tortilla with chicken mixture and a sprinkle of cheese. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  5. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the tortillas. Spread sour cream over the top, then sprinkle with the rest of the cheese.
  6. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve warm.

Notes

Make-ahead tip: Assemble and refrigerate for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Add 10 minutes to bake time if baking from frozen. Customize with corn, jalapeños, or spinach for extra flavor.