Chicken Enchiladas El Travis

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 1
Classic Chicken Enchiladas El Travis recipe with a twist
in Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs skinless chicken breasts
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 taco seasoning mix
1 bunch green onion , chopped , divided
1 cup water
1 teaspoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
5 flour tortillas ( some use corn , but I like Flour the Carb balance ones )
3 cups cheddar cheese , shredded , divided
1 can enchilada sauce
1 can sliced black olives
jalapeno

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
530
Sugar
6g
Fat
34g
Chicken Enchiladas El Travis is a delicious twist on the traditional enchilada recipe. The dish is named after a small town in Texas and is a popular choice in Mexican-American cuisine. The classic dish is made with flour tortillas, chicken, cheese, and enchilada sauce. This recipe puts a twist on the traditional enchiladas by adding lime juice, green chilies, and black olives. The result is a savory and spicy Mexican dish that is perfect for dinner parties or family meals.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Season chicken breasts with taco seasoning mix.
3.In a medium bowl, mix cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chili powder, lime juice, onion powder, and garlic powder together.
4.In a skillet, melt the butter and cook onions until tender.
5.Stir in canned green chilies, half of the chopped green onion, and water. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to low.
6.Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and let it cook for 20-25 minutes.
7.Remove the chicken breasts from the skillet, let it cool, and shred with a fork.
8.In a separate bowl, mix the shredded chicken, one cup of cheddar cheese, half of the can of enchilada sauce, and the remaining green onions together.
9.Spread some enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
10.Spoon the chicken mixture onto the flour tortillas, roll them and place them seam-side down in the baking dish.
11.Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, sprinkle with the remaining cheddar cheese and black olives. Top with sliced jalapenos.
12.Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

Chicken Enchiladas El Travis is a classic Mexican dish that is versatile and easy to make.

The ingredients are easily found in most grocery stores and can be prepped ahead of time.

They can be made in large batches, making it a great option for meal prep or feeding a crowd.

CONS

This dish is high in calories, fat, and sodium.

It may be unhealthy for individuals with dietary restrictions or health issues.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is rich in protein, calcium, and Vitamin D, which are essential for building and maintaining strong muscles, teeth, and bones.
The green chilies in this recipe have been linked to supporting metabolism and reducing inflammation.

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