Description
Indulgent Queso Chicken Enchiladas are perfect for busy weeknights, satisfying cravings with gooey cheese and tasty chicken.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups Shredded Chicken (use rotisserie chicken for convenience)
- 1 packet Taco Seasoning (or homemade for milder taste)
- 1 cup Sour Cream (Greek yogurt can be a healthier alternative)
- 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese (substitute with Monterey Jack or pepper jack)
- 1 can Chopped Green Chilies (omit for milder option or use jalapeños)
- 16 oz Cubed Velveeta (consider reduced-fat cheese for a lighter option)
- 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies (undrained)
- 8 pieces Tortillas (choose corn, flour, or whole-wheat)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the shredded chicken with taco seasoning, sour cream, green chilies, and half of the cheddar cheese in a large bowl.
- Spread a little of the diced tomatoes in the bottom of a baking dish.
- Take a tortilla and fill it with the chicken mixture. Roll it up and place it seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Repeat until all tortillas are filled and placed in the dish.
- Pour the remaining diced tomatoes over the filled tortillas.
- Cube the Velveeta cheese and sprinkle it on top, along with the rest of the cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro or green onions. Pair with a side salad or Mexican rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: queso chicken enchiladas, easy enchiladas, cheesy chicken dish