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Chicken Enchilada Recipe

Chicken Enchilada Recipe


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  • Author: Patricia
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Chicken Enchilada recipe is a flavorful and satisfying dish perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends. Tender shredded chicken, savory spices, and melted cheese wrapped in whole wheat tortillas, baked to perfection and topped with your favorite garnishes.


Ingredients

Enchilada Sauce:

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1-2 tablespoons chipotle chilis in adobo sauce
  • 1-1/2 cups tomato sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3/4 cup reduced sodium chicken broth
  • Kosher salt and fresh pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil

Chicken Filling:

  • 10 ounces cooked shredded chicken breast
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 2 large cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce

Assembly:

  • 8 7-inch whole wheat flour tortillas
  • 1 cup part-skim shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • Olive oil spray
  • 2 tbsp chopped scallions or cilantro, for topping
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, avocado, Greek yogurt, jalapenos, etc

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400F degrees. Spray a medium pot with oil, add garlic, sauté for 30 seconds. Add chipotle chiles, chili powder, cumin, chicken broth, tomato sauce, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 5-10 minutes. Set aside.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet, sauté onions and garlic until soft. Add chicken, salt, cilantro, cumin, oregano, chili powder, tomato sauce, chicken broth, cook for 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  3. Spray a baking dish with oil. Put chicken mixture into each tortilla, roll them up. Place in the dish, top with sauce and cheese.
  4. Cover with foil, bake at 400F for 20-25 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted. Garnish with scallions or cilantro. Add optional toppings, if desired.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite ingredients like black beans, corn, or bell peppers.
  • To save time, use store-bought enchilada sauce instead of making it from scratch.
  • These enchiladas can be made ahead of time and refrigerated, then baked when ready to serve.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 590mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg