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Creamy Chicken Enchiladas

Satisfy Your Cravings with Our Creamy Chicken Enchiladas

4servings
45 min
Easy
Worth the slow weekend prepMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Creamy Chicken Enchiladas

About this recipe

Indulge in these luscious creamy chicken enchiladas, filled with tender chicken, vibrant peppers, and a creamy sauce wrapped in soft tortillas. Ideal for a family dinner or a special gathering, these enchiladas are the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and flavor to your table.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheese, sour cream, onion, bell peppers, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

  3. 3

    Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.

  4. 4

    Pour enchilada sauce evenly over the tortillas.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.

  6. 6

    Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

  7. 7

    Broil for an additional 1-2 minutes for a golden finish.

  8. 8

    Serve hot, garnished with extra cilantro if desired.

Chef's tip

Easily customize by adding green chiles for extra heat or use whole-grain tortillas for a healthier version.

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