Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
If you love comfort food, this Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe is perfect for you. It is warm, creamy, and full of flavor. The chicken stays juicy. The cheese melts beautifully. The sauce brings everything together.
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 50 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 5
Calories 420 kcal
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ cup sour cream
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
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Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor.
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Warm tortillas slightly before filling to prevent tearing.
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Add cooked bell peppers for more color and crunch.
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Use corn tortillas for a more traditional taste.
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Add green chilies if you like mild heat.
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Swap mozzarella with Monterey Jack for extra creaminess.
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Make it spicy by adding chili powder or jalapeños.
Keyword Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe