– 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
– 1 cup enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 cup sour cream
– 8 small flour tortillas
– 1 small onion, diced
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Creating your Ultimate Quick and Easy Chicken Enchiladas is straightforward when you follow these steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, ½ cup of enchilada sauce, half of the cheddar cheese, diced onion, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until thoroughly mixed.
3. Fill Tortillas: Lay one tortilla on a flat surface. Add approximately ¼ cup of the chicken mixture to the center. Roll the tortilla tightly, putting the seam-side down and placing it in a greased baking dish. Repeat for each tortilla.
4. Pour Sauce: Once all tortillas are filled and placed in the dish, pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the top of the rolled enchiladas.
5. Add Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the enchiladas, ensuring even coverage.
6. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Serve: Remove the enchiladas from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Top with sour cream and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
These steps will guide you in preparing an incredible meal that you and your family will cherish!