Chicken Enchiladas
Chicken enchiladas are a delicious and comforting Mexican dish featuring shredded chicken rolled in corn tortillas and topped with a flavorful enchilada sauce and melted cheese. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 9x13-inch baking dish
- 1 saucepan
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup enchilada sauce plus extra for topping
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack
- 8 pieces corn tortillas
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- to taste salt and pepper
- for garnish Fresh cilantro optional
- for serving Sour cream optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion for about 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Add the shredded chicken, black beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of enchilada sauce with the chicken mixture, mixing until evenly coated.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a microwave for about 30 seconds to make them pliable.
- In the baking dish, spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom.
- Take a tortilla, spoon about ¼ cup of the chicken filling into the center, then roll it up tightly and place it seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat for all tortillas.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, then sprinkle with the shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize the filling by adding other ingredients such as corn, bell peppers, or diced tomatoes.
To make ahead, assemble the enchiladas and refrigerate them before baking. Just increase the cooking time slightly if baking from cold.
For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños to the filling or top with your favorite hot sauce.