Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of Chicken Enchiladas with Cream Cheese. These enchiladas are made with tender chicken, flavorful spices, and a rich cream cheese filling, all wrapped in soft tortillas and smothered in a savory sauce. This crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for dinner parties or weeknight dinners, offering a taste of Tex-Mex comfort food. With a prep time of just 30 minutes, you can easily serve up a delicious homemade meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 10 flour tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Place a spoonful of the chicken and cream cheese mixture onto each tortilla and roll them up tightly. Place the rolled enchiladas in a baking dish, seam side down.
- Pour the enchilada sauce over the rolled enchiladas, spreading it evenly to cover them completely.
- Sprinkle the shredded Mexican blend cheese over the top of the enchiladas.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the enchiladas from the oven and let them cool slightly. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.
- Serve the Chicken Enchiladas with Cream Cheese warm and enjoy!
