Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
– 1 cup queso blanco cheese (or your favorite queso)
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
– 8-10 corn tortillas
– 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon cumin
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
– Sour cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Creating mouthwatering Queso Chicken Enchiladas is easy when you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, queso blanco, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
3. Warm Tortillas: Heat the corn tortillas in a skillet over low heat for about 30 seconds on each side to make them pliable.
4. Fill Tortillas: Place a generous amount of the chicken mixture in each tortilla, roll them up, and place them seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
5. Add Enchilada Sauce: Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the top of the rolled tortillas.
6. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the enchiladas, covering them generously.
7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
8. Garnish: Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
9. Serve: Serve hot with a side of sour cream for dipping.
Each of these steps will guide you in creating an incredible dish that’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 25g