Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Name: Chicken Enchiladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp. oil; 1 can (7 oz.) chopped green chilis; 2 to 4 cloves garlic; 1 can (1-3/4 lb.) chopped tomatoes; 2 cups chopped onions; 2 tsp. salt (to taste); 1/2 tsp. dried oregano; 1 jalapeno (optional); 3 cups shredded/chopped cooked chicken; 2 cups sour cream (regular; fat free); 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 6-inch corn tortillas

Servings: persons

1 tbsp. oil
1 can (7 oz.) chopped green chilis
2 to 4 cloves garlic
1 can (1-3/4 lb.) chopped tomatoes
2 cups chopped onions
2 tsp. salt (to taste)
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1 jalapeno (optional)
3 cups shredded/chopped cooked chicken
2 cups sour cream (regular
fat free)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
6-inch corn tortillas

1
Heat oil in skillet.
2
Add drained chilis and garlic - cook for 1 minute.
3
Drain tomatoes and reserve liquid.
4
Add tomatoes to mixture, then onion, 1 t. salt, orgegano and reserved liquid.
5
Add finely chopped jalapeno, with seeds removed, if desired.
6
Simmer uncovered until thick - about 30 minutes.
7
Remove from heat when done.
8
Preheat oven to 300F.
9
In a bowl, combine chicken with sour cream and cheese.
10
Lightly salt.
11
Spoon a couple of tablespoons of mixture into corn tortilla.
12
Roll up and arrange in a baking dish seam side down.
13
Stack as necessary.
14
Pour salsa mixture over top of enchiladas and bake about 30 minutes, or until heated.

1060

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbsp. oil, 1 can (7 oz.) chopped green chilis, 2 to 4 cloves garlic, 1 can (1-3/4 lb.) chopped tomatoes, 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

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