Creamy Chicken Enchiladas
Creamy Chicken Enchiladas are the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken wrapped in soft tortillas and enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy date nights, these enchiladas evoke nostalgia and warmth with every bite. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, they are sure to impress your loved ones. Get ready to elevate your dinner game with this delightful dish that promises smiles around the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 soft flour tortillas
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Boil chicken in salted water for 15-20 minutes until cooked through; shred once cool.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
- In a bowl, mix cream of chicken soup with shredded cheese, green chiles, cumin, and chili powder.
- Fill each tortilla with shredded chicken and spoon some sauce over it before rolling tight; place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas, sprinkle with more cheese, and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg