Angela’s Awesome Enchiladas

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 15
Angela's Awesome Enchiladas: A Classic Mexican Dish
in Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hr 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 pounds skinless , boneless chicken breast meat - cut into chunks
1 can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 1/4 cups sour cream
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion , chopped
1 can chopped green chilies , drained
1 package mild taco seasoning mix
1 bunch green onions , chopped , divided
1 cup water
1 teaspoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
5 flour tortillas
3 cups Cheddar cheese , shredded , divided
1 can enchilada sauce
1 can sliced black olives

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
657
Sugar
4g
Fat
49g
Enchiladas are a classic Mexican dish that originated in the city of Cuernavaca in the 19th century. Traditionally, they are made by filling a tortilla with meat, cheese, and other ingredients, and rolling it up before being covered in a chili sauce and baked. Angela's Awesome Enchiladas are a tried and tested recipe that adds a creamy twist to this classic dish. The chicken is cooked in a combination of spices, cream, and soup to create a rich and flavorful filling. The enchiladas are topped with more cheese and baked to perfection, resulting in a delicious meal that is perfect for a weekend dinner or a potluck party.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the chicken, condensed chicken soup, sour cream, chili powder, and 1/2 of the taco seasoning. Heat through, and set aside.
3.In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the onion until softened. Add the green chilies, remaining taco seasoning, green onions, water, lime juice, onion powder, and garlic powder. Stir in the chicken mixture, and remove from heat.
4.Spread 1/2 can of enchilada sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spoon chicken mixture into each tortilla, roll, and place seam side down in the dish. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the tortillas, and sprinkle with 2 cups of Cheddar cheese.
5.Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and olives. Bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

Angela’s Awesome Enchiladas are a delicious and filling meal that the whole family will enjoy.

The recipe is easy to follow and does not require any special skills or equipment.

These enchiladas can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick and easy dinner.

CONS

The calorie and fat content of this dish is high, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Some may find this recipe too spicy and may need to adjust the amount of chili powder and green chilies used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although high in calories and fat, this recipe contains protein from the chicken and calcium from the cheese.
The spices used in this recipe, such as chili powder and onion powder, have been linked to boosting metabolism and reducing inflammation in the body.

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