Gerry's Chicken Enchiladas

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Gerry's Chicken Enchiladas
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 07, 2023

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

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the cooked chicken, enchilada sauce, chiles, and cheese.
  3. Spoon a generous amount of the mixture into each tortilla.
  4. Roll up the tortillas and place them in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the tortillas and top with more cheese.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. 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.