Delicious Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

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This chicken enchiladas recipe is a crowd-pleaser, filled with tender chicken, gooey cheese, and flavorful enchilada sauce. It’s the perfect dish for a family dinner or a potluck gathering. You’ll love how easy it is to make these homemade enchiladas!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
  • 1 can (4 oz) chopped green chilies
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 8 small flour tortillas

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large bowl, combine chicken, 1/2 cup enchilada sauce, green chilies, 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, onion, sour cream, garlic powder, and cumin.
  3. Spoon about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla and roll up.
  4. Place rolled tortillas seam-side down in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top, and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  6. Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and enchiladas are heated through.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Enchiladas are a traditional Mexican dish that dates back to the Mayan civilization.
  • The word 'enchilada' comes from the Spanish word 'enchilar', which means 'to season with chili'.
  • Chicken enchiladas are a popular variation of the dish, loved for their delicious and comforting flavors.