Name: Spicy and Creamy Jalapeno Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken; 1 cup diced jalapenos; 8 oz cream cheese, softened; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 can enchilada sauce; 10 small flour tortillas

Spicy and Creamy Jalapeno Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas

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These enchiladas are the perfect combination of spicy and creamy, with tender chicken, flavorful jalapenos, and rich cream cheese, all wrapped in warm tortillas and smothered in a zesty enchilada sauce. A crowd-pleasing dish that is sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
1 cup diced jalapenos
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 can enchilada sauce
10 small flour tortillas

Directions

Preheat oven to 375°F.
In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, diced jalapenos, cream cheese, and half of the cheddar cheese.
Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll up, and place seam side down in a baking dish.
Pour enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with the remaining cheddar cheese.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve hot and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

Cream cheese adds a decadent creaminess to the filling, balancing out the spice of the jalapenos.

You can customize the level of heat by adjusting the amount of jalapenos you use.

These enchiladas can be made ahead of time and baked when ready to serve, making them perfect for entertaining.