Ultimate Quick and Easy Chicken Enchiladas for Dinner
Easy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, these chicken enchiladas are made in just 30 minutes with shredded chicken, red sauce, and melty cheese. A perfect weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings (2 enchiladas each) 1x
Ingredients
3 cups shredded cooked chicken
8 flour tortillas
2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
1½ cups enchilada sauce
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp oil
1 tsp cumin
½ tsp chili powder
Optional toppings: cilantro, sour cream, avocado
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
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In a skillet, sauté onion in oil for 3–4 minutes. Add garlic, cumin, and chili powder; cook 1 minute.
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Stir in shredded chicken, ½ cup enchilada sauce, and 1 cup cheese.
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Fill each tortilla with the mixture, roll, and place seam-side down in the dish.
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Pour remaining sauce over top and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
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Bake uncovered for 15–18 minutes until bubbly.
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Add toppings and serve warm.
Notes
Use corn tortillas for gluten-free. Freeze before or after baking for future meals.