Queso Chicken Enchiladas: A Juicy Twist on a Classic Favorite
Delicious and cheesy Queso Chicken Enchiladas that offer a juicy twist on a classic favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 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
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until translucent.
- Add shredded chicken, cumin, chili powder, and half of the queso cheese. Mix well.
- Warm the tortillas in a separate pan until pliable.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll them tightly.
- Place the rolled tortillas in a baking dish and cover with enchilada sauce and remaining queso cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add black beans or corn to the filling.
- Serve with a side of guacamole for a fresh touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Queso Chicken Enchiladas