Chicken Frito Enchiladas Recipe

Craveable Chicken Frito Enchiladas! This hearty recipe serves 6-8 and is bursting with flavor. Crispy Fritos, tender chicken, and a zesty sauce blend perfectly. Easily customizable – use your favorite salsa if El Pato isn't available. Fresh cilantro adds the perfect finishing touch! Ready in under an hour.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 359.6 kcal
Protein 50g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chicken Frito Enchiladas

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How to Make Chicken Frito Enchiladas

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk, 1 (16 oz) jar your favorite salsa (El Pato recommended), 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce, 1 (10 oz) can enchilada sauce, 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies, and 1/2 cup diced yellow onion.
  3. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer half of the cooked chicken (approximately 2 cups shredded chicken).
  4. Top the chicken with 1/2 of a 10-ounce bag of Fritos, crushing some lightly for even distribution.
  5. Pour half of the sauce mixture over the Fritos.
  6. Sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
  7. Repeat layers: chicken, Fritos, sauce mixture, and cheese.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with sour cream, 1/4 cup diced green onions, 1/4 cup sliced olives, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

34 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

62g

Carbs

2g

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