Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Name: Chicken Enchiladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Meat & Poultry
Ingredients: 8 (7-inch) flour tortillas; 1/2 c. chopped black olives; 2 Tbsp. oil; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 3 to 4 tsp. chili powder; 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar; salt and pepper to taste; cheese for topping; 2 c. cooked chicken; 1/2 c. chopped onion; 1 c. water; 2 (30 oz.) cans tomato sauce; 1/4 c. green chiles or hot peppers, chopped (optional)

Servings: persons

8 (7-inch) flour tortillas
1/2 c. chopped black olives
2 Tbsp. oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 to 4 tsp. chili powder
1/2 c. shredded Cheddar
salt and pepper to taste
cheese for topping
2 c. cooked chicken
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 c. water
2 (30 oz.) cans tomato sauce
1/4 c. green chiles or hot peppers, chopped (optional)

1
Heat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Mix chopped chicken, onions, olives, peppers and 1/2 cup cheese.
3
Set aside.
4
Cook and stir garlic in oil until tender.
5
Stir in sauce, water and chili powder.
6
Heat through.
7
Add salt and pepper to taste.
8
Place 3 to 4 tablespoons filling on each tortilla.
9
Roll up.
10
Place seam side down in rectangular baking dish (12 x 7 1/2 x 2-inch).
11
Spoon remaining chicken filling over tortillas.
12
Pour sauce over tortillas. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake until hot, 15 to 20 minutes. Serves 4.

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 (7-inch) flour tortillas, 1/2 c. chopped black olives, 2 Tbsp. oil, 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, 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.

Chicken Enchiladas

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions