Chicken Enchiladas II

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 14
Tasty Chicken Enchiladas II Recipe for a Hearty Meal
in Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 can diced green chiles
1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup sour cream
1 1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast meat
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese , divided
6 flour tortillas
1/4 cup milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
469
Sugar
3g
Fat
26g
Chicken enchiladas are a popular Mexican dish enjoyed throughout the world for their savory and comforting flavors. This recipe uses flour tortillas filled with a mixture of cooked chicken, green onions, and Cheddar cheese. The filling is rolled up and smothered in a creamy sauce made with green chiles, sour cream, and condensed cream of mushroom soup. The enchiladas are then topped with more Cheddar cheese before being baked until golden brown. With its creamy sauce and hearty filling, chicken enchiladas II is a crowd-pleaser that is perfect for dinner parties, family gatherings, or special occasions.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add green onions and garlic powder and cook until onions are softened.
3.Stir in diced green chiles, cream of mushroom soup, and sour cream.
4.In a separate bowl, mix together cooked chicken and 1/2 cup of shredded Cheddar cheese. Add 1/2 cup of the soup mixture and mix well.
5.Place a tortilla on a flat surface and spoon about 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture down the center. Roll up the tortilla and place seam side down in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
6.Stir milk into the remaining soup mixture and pour over the enchiladas. Top with remaining shredded Cheddar cheese.
7.Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

These chicken enchiladas are rich and satisfying, providing a hearty meal for you and your family.

Using flour tortillas as opposed to corn makes them more pliable and easier to work with, leading to a neater presentation.

CONS

These enchiladas contain condensed cream of mushroom soup, which is relatively high in sodium.
They may not be appropriate for those watching their salt intake or with certain health conditions.

They are also not a low-calorie option, so should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although not particularly health-oriented, this meal contains chicken, which is a good source of protein. Protein is vital for building and maintaining muscle tissue, as well as providing energy and other essential functions for the human body.
Green onions and garlic powder used in this recipe contain antioxidants and other anti-inflammatory properties that may help protect against certain health conditions.

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