Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas, a dish that perfectly balances cheesy goodness with a spicy kick. This recipe is not only quick to prepare but also offers a rich filling made with tender chicken, creamy cheese, and zesty green chilis. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner, these enchiladas are sure to impress family and friends alike. With customizable toppings and simple ingredients, you can create a meal that’s both satisfying and easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 18 ounces green enchilada sauce
- 3 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 4 ounces canned green chilis
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 large flour tortillas
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Lightly spray a 9″ x 13″ baking dish with cooking spray and spread about 1 cup of enchilada sauce in the bottom.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken, cream cheese, green chilis, and 2 cups of cheddar cheese until well blended.
- Fill each tortilla with approximately 1/2 cup of the mixture, roll tightly, and place seam side down in the baking dish.
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the tortillas and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes until heated through and cheese is golden brown.
- Serve warm with desired toppings like sour cream, salsa, chopped tomatoes, or avocado.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg