Craving the deliciousness of enchiladas but dreading the all-day cooking process? I get it! As a busy parent, I often juggle work, school runs, and everything in between. That's why I'm so excited to share my Ultimate Quick Easy Chicken Enchiladas recipe! These enchiladas are not only incredibly quick to make and healthy, but they are bursting with flavor that will leave you and your family wanting more. Believe me, this is a game-changer for those hectic weeknights.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My grandmother, Abuela Elena, was the queen of comfort food. I remember summer nights spent in her kitchen, the aroma of simmering sauces filling the air. While her enchiladas were legendary, they took hours to prepare. I wanted to capture that same comforting flavor but in a fraction of the time. The Ultimate Quick Easy Chicken Enchiladas are my attempt to honor her legacy while fitting into my modern life. It's that familiar taste of home, made easy.
Ingredients
- Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs cooked chicken (shredded)
- Sauce:
- 1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Filling:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Tortillas & Toppings:
- 8 flour tortillas (6-inch)
- Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, olives, more cheese
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, onion, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder.
- Add the shredded chicken to the cream cheese mixture. Mix well to combine.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the enchilada sauce and sour cream.
- Spread a thin layer of the enchilada sauce mixture in the prepared baking dish.
- Spoon about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture into each tortilla. Roll up tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce mixture over the enchiladas.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
- Garnish with your favorite toppings such as chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, olives, and extra cheese.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Ultimate Quick Easy Chicken Enchiladas
Craving enchiladas but short on time? This recipe delivers delicious, comforting flavors in a fraction of the time. Perfect for busy weeknights!Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, onion, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder.4 ounces cream cheese, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup chopped onion, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Add the shredded chicken to the cream cheese mixture. Mix well to combine.1.5 lbs cooked chicken
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the enchilada sauce and sour cream.1 10 ounce can enchilada sauce, 1/2 cup sour cream
- Spread a thin layer of the enchilada sauce mixture in the prepared baking dish.1 10 ounce can enchilada sauce, 1/2 cup sour cream
- Spoon about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture into each tortilla. Roll up tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.8 flour tortillas
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce mixture over the enchiladas.1 10 ounce can enchilada sauce, 1/2 cup sour cream
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
- Garnish with your favorite toppings such as chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, olives, and extra cheese.chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, olives, more cheese
- Serve hot and enjoy!