Authentic Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Name: Authentic Chicken Enchiladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (6 oz.) can chicken; 1 can enchilada sauce; 1 onion; 1 c. grated Monterey Jack cheese; 1 tsp. cumin; 1/8 tsp. coriander; 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper; 2 to 3 cloves garlic, mashed; 1/2 to 3/4 c. oil or shortening; 1 doz. corn tortillas

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 300u00b0.
2
Mix chicken, onion, cheese and seasonings in a bowl.
3
Heat oil in a frying pan.
4
The oil should be at least 1/4 inch deep.
5
Roll a portion of the chicken mixture into a corn tortilla, and using tongs, place the rolled tortilla into the hot oil.
6
Fry on both sides until the tortilla is crisp.
7
Set the crisped enchilada aside in a shallow baking dish.
8
Repeat until mixture (or tortillas) are gone.
9
Cover with enchilada sauce and bake for 1/2 hour at 300u00b0.

504

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Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (6 oz.) can chicken, 1 can enchilada sauce, 1 onion, 1 c. grated Monterey Jack cheese, and more.

Yes, Authentic Chicken Enchiladas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Authentic Chicken Enchiladas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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