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Creamy Queso Chicken Enchiladas

Creamy Queso Chicken Enchiladas Recipe


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  • Author: Goldie Clark
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delicious and creamy take on traditional chicken enchiladas, perfect for a cozy dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup queso cheese
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken, queso cheese, sour cream, diced onions, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Warm the tortillas slightly to make them pliable.
  4. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll them up.
  5. Place the rolled tortillas seam-side down in a baking dish.
  6. Pour the enchilada sauce over the top of the rolled tortillas.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until heated through and bubbly.
  8. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

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Notes

  • Feel free to add black beans or corn for extra flavor.
  • Can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
  • Top with avocado or jalapeños for added spice.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg