Ingredients
- 1 pound of chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 can (10 oz) of red enchilada sauce
- 1 can (4 oz) of green chiles, diced
- 1 cup of shredded cheese
- 8-10 small flour tortillas
- Sour cream, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the cooked chicken, enchilada sauce, chiles, and cheese.
- Spoon a generous amount of the mixture into each tortilla.
- Roll up the tortillas and place them in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the tortillas and top with more cheese.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream on top.
Interesting Facts
- Enchiladas originated in Mexico in the 16th century.
- Enchiladas are traditionally made with corn tortillas, but flour tortillas are more common in the US.
- Enchiladas are often served with lettuce, tomato, onion, and avocado.