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Best Chicken Enchiladas - Quick and Easy

Best Chicken Enchiladas - Quick and Easy

These easy chicken enchiladas are the ultimate solution for busy families craving authentic Mexican flavors without spending hours in the kitchen. The recipe combines tender shredded chicken with creamy Mexican-blend cheese and rich enchilada sauce for restaurant-quality results. Perfect for casual dinner parties or family meals, these enchiladas deliver comfort and flavor with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 ½ cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 2 cups easy enchilada sauce (divided)
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas
  • 2 ½ cups shredded Mexican-blend cheese (divided)
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • optional toppings: diced onions, chopped cilantro, sour cream, shredded lettuce, cotija cheese

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • microwave
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350ºF. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, ¼ cup enchilada sauce and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Mix together and taste. Season with more salt and pepper as needed.
  2. If using corn tortillas: Wrap the tortillas in a damp paper towel and heat them in the microwave for 1 minute, flipping them halfway through until all are warm and pliable. If using flour tortillas: Microwave the tortillas on a plate for 1 minute, flipping them halfway through until all are warm and pliable.
  3. Assemble the enchiladas by filling each tortilla evenly with the shredded chicken mixture and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Roll the tortillas tightly to close and place in large baking dish seam side down.
  4. Pour the remaining 1 ¾ cup enchilada sauce over the tortillas, top with the remaining 1 ½ cups shredded cheese, and bake for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. Serve immediately and garnish with desired toppings.

Notes

Can be assembled up to a day in advance and refrigerated. For spicier enchiladas, add diced jalapeños or use spicier enchilada sauce. Vegetarian variation: substitute chicken with sautéed vegetables.