Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Name: Chicken Enchiladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 soft corn tortillas; 3 cups chicken broth; 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breast, 6 to 8 ounces; 1 bay leaf, fresh or dried; 2 sprigs fresh oregano; 1 small onion, quartered; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/3 palm full; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; Salt; 2 cups tomato sauce; 2 teaspoons hot cayenne pepper sauce, several drops; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 2 pinches; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 2 1/2 cups Monterey Jack shredded cheese, available on dairy aisle

Servings: persons

8 soft corn tortillas
3 cups chicken broth
4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breast, 6 to 8 ounces
1 bay leaf, fresh or dried
2 sprigs fresh oregano
1 small onion, quartered
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/3 palm full
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt
2 cups tomato sauce
2 teaspoons hot cayenne pepper sauce, several drops
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 2 pinches
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 1/2 cups Monterey Jack shredded cheese, available on dairy aisle

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960

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

112

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 soft corn tortillas, 3 cups chicken broth, 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breast, 6 to 8 ounces, 1 bay leaf, fresh or dried, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Enchiladas

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