Favorite Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

This legendary family recipe for creamy white chicken enchiladas is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Passed down through generations, these mild-flavored enchiladas are perfect for any occasion – from family dinners to elegant gatherings. Tender shredded chicken is nestled in warm corn tortillas and smothered in a luscious white sauce. Customize the heat with your choice of sour cream, or fiery green or red chili sauce. We've made this recipe easy, even suggesting a time-saving shortcut with pre-cooked chicken breasts. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 515.8 kcal
Protein 63g
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Favorite Chicken Enchiladas 54

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Ingredients for Favorite Chicken Enchiladas

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How to Make Favorite Chicken Enchiladas

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. If using pre-cooked chicken, shred 4-5 cooked chicken breasts (approximately 4-5 cups shredded). If cooking a whole chicken, roast a 3-4 pound chicken until cooked through (about 1 hour 15 minutes), then shred.
  3. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken with 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce.
  4. Fill each tortilla with approximately 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture. Roll up tightly and place seam-down in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the enchiladas.
  6. Sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Garnish with extra cheese and sour cream, and serve with your choice of green or red chili sauce on the side.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

42 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

70g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Favorite Chicken Enchiladas?

Favorite Chicken Enchiladas takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Favorite Chicken Enchiladas?

Favorite Chicken Enchiladas has approximately 515.8 calories per serving, with about 63 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 54 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Favorite Chicken Enchiladas?

The key ingredients for Favorite Chicken Enchiladas are Whole Chicken, Cream Of Chicken Soup, Cream Of Mushroom Soup, Diced Green Chilies, Sliced Mushrooms, Black Olives. See the full list with measurements above.

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