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Easy Chicken Enchiladas for a Quick Weeknight Dinner

Close-up of three easy chicken enchiladas covered in red sauce and melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
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Make these easy chicken enchiladas for a simple, cheesy, and comforting Mexican dinner. This recipe uses shredded chicken and comes together fast, making it a perfect family favorite for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 8 (8-inch) flour tortillas
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, sour cream, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder. Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated.
  3. Warm the tortillas briefly in the microwave or a dry skillet to make them pliable.
  4. Dip each tortilla quickly into a small amount of the enchilada sauce to coat both sides lightly.
  5. Place about 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle a small amount of the mixed cheeses over the filling.
  6. Roll the tortillas tightly and place them seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  7. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas.
  8. Top the enchiladas with the remaining shredded cheese and the chopped onion.
  9. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the sauce is hot.
  10. Let the cheesy chicken enchiladas rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For make ahead chicken enchiladas, assemble the dish completely, cover it tightly with foil, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add 10 to 15 minutes to the baking time if cooking directly from the refrigerator.
  • If you prefer white chicken enchiladas, substitute the red enchilada sauce with a creamy white sauce or use a can of cream of chicken soup mixed with milk for a quick alternative.
  • You can use rotisserie chicken to make this recipe even faster for your weeknight dinner.

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