Mexi-Comfort Spinach and Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Name: Mexi-Comfort Spinach and Chicken Enchiladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup goya bitter orange marinade (or 1/2 cup grapefruit juice, 1/4 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup lime juice); 1 cup bottled mojo marinade; 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon oregano; ½ teaspoon goya brand adobo seasoning (or 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt); ½ teaspoon cumin; 18-¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 5 -6 chicken legs, marinated overnight then baked and shredded; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 -6 ounces frozen spinach; 3 ounces cream cheese, cubed; ¼ cup milk; 1 tablespoon prepared taco seasoning (I use my home made In a Pinch Taco Seasoning-posted as number 383173); 18-¼ teaspoon salt (optional); 4 large burrito style flour tortillas, cut in half; 1 cup sour cream; ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

1 cup goya bitter orange marinade (or 1/2 cup grapefruit juice, 1/4 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup lime juice)
1 cup bottled mojo marinade
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon goya brand adobo seasoning (or 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt)
½ teaspoon cumin
18-¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
5 -6 chicken legs, marinated overnight then baked and shredded
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 -6 ounces frozen spinach
3 ounces cream cheese, cubed
¼ cup milk
1 tablespoon prepared taco seasoning (I use my home made In a Pinch Taco Seasoning-posted as number 383173)
18-¼ teaspoon salt (optional)
4 large burrito style flour tortillas, cut in half
1 cup sour cream
½ cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

1
Combine all marinade ingredients and pour over chicken.
2
Refrigerate overnight.
3
The next day, remove chicken from marinade but reserve the marinade.
4
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
5
Place chicken in baking dish and pour marinade over it.
6
Bake for approximately 35 minutes, basting often with marinade.
7
Remove chicken (SAVE THE MARINADE).
8
Allow chicken to cool, then de-bone, shred and set chicken aside.
9
In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil.
10
When oil is hot, add spinach and cook, stirring frequently until heated through.
11
Add cream cheese, milk, taco seasoning and salt (if you're using it).
12
Cook until cheese has melted then toss in the shredded chicken.
13
Add a tablespoon or two of the spinach/cream cheese mixture to each tortilla half and roll.
14
Place seam side down in glass casserole dish.
15
If making ahead, simply cover with foil and refrigerate.
16
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
17
In a bowl, combine 1 cup sour cream, the saved marinade and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese and stir until well blended.
18
Pour sour cream mixture over enchiladas and bake for 20-25 minutes.

1055

kcal

Calories

Fat

120

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup goya bitter orange marinade (or 1/2 cup grapefruit juice, 1/4 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup lime juice), 1 cup bottled mojo marinade, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon oregano, and more.

Yes, Mexi-Comfort Spinach and 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!

Mexi-Comfort Spinach and Chicken Enchiladas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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