John’s Chicken Enchiladas

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 3
John's Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 chicken breasts , cut up
1 medium onion , diced
2 tablespoons oil
8 ounces Velveeta cheese
1/4 cup milk
8 ounces cream cheese
4 ounces sliced mushrooms
2 1/4 ounces sliced mushrooms
salsa , to taste
12 flour tortillas
1/2 cup sliced pickled jalapeno pepper ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
552
Sugar
7g
Fat
33g
John's Chicken Enchiladas are a popular Mexican-American dish that is loved by many. This delicious recipe is easy to make and combines chicken, cheese, and vegetables to create a filling and satisfying meal. The creamy and cheesy filling is perfectly balanced with the tangy salsa and jalapeño peppers (optional) to create a flavor explosion in your mouth. Perfect for parties and weeknight dinners, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone. Give it a try and enjoy the yummy flavors that John's Chicken Enchiladas have to offer!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until tender.
3.Add chicken and cook until fully cooked through, stirring occasionally.
4.Add 4 ounces of sliced mushrooms and cook for 2 minutes until mushrooms soften.
5.Turn off heat and add cream cheese, velveeta cheese, and 1/4 cup milk to skillet, stirring until cheese has melted completely.
6.Spread 1 tablespoon of salsa on each tortilla and spoon the chicken mixture down the center.
7.Roll up each tortilla and place seam side down in greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
8.Top with remaining salsa, sliced mushrooms, and pickled jalapeno peppers (optional).
9.Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until heated thoroughly.
10.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

John’s Chicken Enchiladas are a crowd-pleaser! The creamy and cheesy chicken filling is packed with flavor and will satisfy everyone’s cravings.

This dish is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a perfect option for meal prep and parties.

CONS

This dish is not the healthiest option, as it contains a lot of cheese and cream.

It is high in calories and fat, so should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although this dish is not the healthiest option, it does contain a fair amount of protein from the chicken. The mushrooms in the recipe add some fiber and essential vitamins to the dish.

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