Chicken Lime Enchiladas Recipe

Name: Chicken Lime Enchiladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 whole Chicken Breasts, Cooked And Shredded; 12 ounces, weight Monterey Jack And Cheddar Cheese, Shredded, Divided; 2 cloves Garlic, Pressed; 6 whole Burrito-sized Flour Tortillas; 1/4 cups Butter; 3 Tablespoons Cornstarch; 1- 1/2 cup Chicken Broth; 2 teaspoons Onion Powder; 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder; 2 teaspoons Cumin; 1 whole Jalapeno, Seeded And Chopped; 1 whole Lime, Juiced; 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt; 5 whole Cranks Fresh Ground Black Pepper; 8 ounces, weight Sour Cream

Servings: persons

3 whole Chicken Breasts, Cooked And Shredded
12 ounces, weight Monterey Jack And Cheddar Cheese, Shredded, Divided
2 cloves Garlic, Pressed
6 whole Burrito-sized Flour Tortillas
1/4 cups Butter
3 Tablespoons Cornstarch
1- 1/2 cup Chicken Broth
2 teaspoons Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
2 teaspoons Cumin
1 whole Jalapeno, Seeded And Chopped
1 whole Lime, Juiced
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
5 whole Cranks Fresh Ground Black Pepper
8 ounces, weight Sour Cream

1
In a small bowl, mix shredded chicken with 1 cup of the cheese and the pressed garlic.
2
Fill tortillas equally.
3
Roll the tortillas and lay in a 9x9 square baking dish.
4
In a small saucepan on medium heat, melt butter completely.
5
Whisk in the cornstarch and cook for 1 minute.
6
Whisk in broth, stirring constantly.
7
Keep stirring until mixture becomes thick.
8
Quickly add onion and garlic powder, cumin, jalapeno, lime juice, salt and pepper.
9
Fold in sour cream and remove from heat.
10
Pour mixture over enchiladas and top with remaining cheese.
11
Bake for 25-30 minutes in a 350 degrees F oven, uncovered.
12
Serve with chopped cilantro, lettuce, tomato and diced avocado.
13
Enjoy!
14
Recipe adapted from Joyful Mommas Kitchen.

1368

kcal

Calories

Fat

141

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 3 whole Chicken Breasts, Cooked And Shredded, 12 ounces, weight Monterey Jack And Cheddar Cheese, Shredded, Divided, 2 cloves Garlic, Pressed, 6 whole Burrito-sized Flour Tortillas, and more.

Yes, Chicken Lime 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 Lime Enchiladas

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