Chicken Chile Enchiladas Recipe

Experience a flavor explosion with our Chicken Chile Enchiladas! This recipe combines tender shredded chicken, spicy green chilis, and creamy sour cream in warm corn tortillas, baked to perfection. A perfect weeknight meal or impressive dish for a dinner party, these enchiladas are sure to become a family favorite. Get ready for a taste of Mexico in your kitchen!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 0 mins
Calories 663.7 kcal
Protein 85g
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Ingredients for Chicken Chile Enchiladas

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How to Make Chicken Chile Enchiladas

  1. Cook 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a pot of water until cooked through (about 20 minutes).
  2. Remove chicken from broth and reserve 1 cup of broth. Shred chicken and set aside.
  3. Finely chop 1 medium onion and 2 cloves of garlic.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup sour cream, 1/2 cup grated onion, and 1/4 cup grated garlic.
  5. Add 1/4 cup of reserved chicken broth to the sour cream mixture to thin it slightly.
  6. Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Soften 12 corn tortillas one at a time for 10-15 seconds per side, until pliable. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  8. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, 4oz (113g) can diced green chilis (drained), and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  9. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll up tightly.
  10. Place enchiladas seam-down in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  11. Pour the sour cream mixture evenly over the enchiladas.
  12. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
  13. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours (or overnight).
  14. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

113g

Carbs

9g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicken Chile Enchiladas?

Chicken Chile Enchiladas takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 0 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicken Chile Enchiladas?

Chicken Chile Enchiladas has approximately 663.7 calories per serving, with about 85 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 65 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicken Chile Enchiladas?

The key ingredients for Chicken Chile Enchiladas are Chicken Breast, Onion, Garlic, Sour Cream, Oil, Cheddar Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.

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