Indulgent Queso Chicken Enchiladas: Easy Weeknight Family Delight
Indulge in these creamy and cheesy Queso Chicken Enchiladas, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup queso cheese
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 cup shredded cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken, queso cheese, onions, garlic powder, and sour cream.
- Warm the corn tortillas and fill each with the chicken mixture, rolling them up tightly.
- Place the rolled enchiladas in a baking dish and pour the enchilada sauce over them.
- Sprinkle with shredded cheese and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.
Notes
- For added flavor, top with fresh cilantro before serving.
- These enchiladas can easily be made ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: queso chicken enchiladas, weeknight dinners, easy family meals