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Creamy Queso Chicken Enchiladas for a Cozy Night In

Delight in these Queso Chicken Enchiladas, a comforting twist on a classic dish that's perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Enchilada Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken shredded or diced
  • 1 cup Queso Cheese for the filling
  • 8 pieces Tortillas corn or flour
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
For the Enchilada Sauce
  • 2 cups Creamy Queso Sauce
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes canned or fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
For Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream for topping
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro chopped
  • 1 medium Avocado sliced

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, finely chopped onion, and half of the queso cheese. Stir until evenly coated.
  3. Take a tortilla and spoon a generous portion of the chicken filling along one edge. Roll tightly and place seam side down in a greased baking dish. Repeat until all filling is used.
  4. In a medium saucepan, combine the creamy queso sauce, diced tomatoes, and chili powder. Mix until smooth and warmed through, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Pour the sauce evenly over the assembled enchiladas in the baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining queso cheese on top.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and lightly browned.
  7. Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes, and top with sour cream, fresh cilantro, and avocado slices.
  8. Serve on plates, pouring any remaining sauce over the enchiladas.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize the filling with seasonal veggies or different proteins as desired. Serve fresh for best flavor.

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