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Chicken Enchilada Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A delicious and easy-to-make chicken enchilada dish with flavorful fillings and melted cheese, perfect for a family dinner.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2 cups shredded chicken
  • 1 1/2 cups enchilada sauce
  • 8 pieces 10-inch tortillas
  • 2 1/2 cups grated monterey jack cheese ((or Mexican-blend cheese))
  • ½ medium onion (diced)
  • 4 ounces green chiles ((canned, drained))
  • 15 ounces black beans ((canned, drained and rinsed))
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 green onions chopped

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350º F. Spray a 9x13 dish, spread 1/2 cup enchilada sauce, and warm tortillas if needed.
  • Mix shredded chicken, 1/2 cup enchilada sauce, and fillings. Fill tortillas, top with cheese, fold, and place seam side down.
  • Pour remaining sauce over assembled tortillas, top with cheese, and bake for 20 minutes until bubbly.
  • Garnish with chopped green onions and serve warm.

Notes

For a spicier flavor, add hot sauce or extra chiles.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: chicken