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Chicken Enchilada Recipe

Ava Louise
This chicken enchilada recipe offers a delicious and customizable way to enjoy the classic Mexican dish. With its homemade enchilada sauce and versatile filling options, it has become a staple in many households.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 2 people
Calories 197 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken
  • Onion
  • Green chiles
  • Beans
  • Tortillas depending on your preference.
  • Cheese such as Asadero, Pepper Jack, or a Mexican blend, over the enchiladas.
  • Enchilada sauce
  • creamy avocado
  • tangy sour cream.

Instructions
 

  • Start by sautéing the chicken, onions, and green chiles until they are tender and aromatic.
    Chicken, Onion, Green chiles
  • Once cooked, combine these flavorful ingredients with the beans to create the filling for the enchiladas.
    Beans
  • Next, carefully fill each tortilla with the chicken filling, roll them up, and place them in a baking dish. To elevate the taste, pour the homemade enchilada sauce generously over the enchiladas. Top them off with an extra layer of melty cheese.
    Tortillas, Cheese, Enchilada sauce
  • Now, it's time to give your enchiladas their final touch of deliciousness. Pop the baking dish into a preheated oven and bake the enchiladas until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • You'll be greeted with an irresistible aroma filling your kitchen. Once they are perfectly cooked, remove them from the oven and garnish with your favorite toppings. Fresh cilantro, creamy avocado slices, diced red onion, and a dollop of sour cream will add extra texture and flavor to your chicken enchiladas.
    creamy avocado, tangy sour cream.
Keyword Chicken Enchilada Recipe