Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound chicken breast, cooked and shredded
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 corn tortillas
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in shredded chicken, 1 cup of enchilada sauce, green chilies, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and salt. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring to combine.
- Warm tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet for a few seconds to make them pliable.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, sprinkle with cheese, and roll tightly.
- Place rolled tortillas seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the enchiladas and top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with cilantro and serve with sour cream if desired.
Notes
Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking.
For a creamier filling, mix in cream cheese with the chicken.
Use rotisserie chicken for a faster prep time.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal