Enchanted Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 2

Enchanted Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

548

Sugar

Fat

40g

The sour cream chicken enchiladas also known as Enchanted chicken enchiladas are a classic Mexican favorite food. This dish is made by rolling up soft tortillas around juicy chicken and creamy sour cream sauce. The richness and flavor of the sour cream and cheese will leave you enchanted and make every bite of this homemade dish a truly delightful experience. It's a perfect meal for a family dinner, potluck or any gathering of foodie friends.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2.	In a mixing bowl, combine chicken, sour cream, salt and black pepper, mix well.
3.	Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium−high heat. Fry each tortilla until soft, about 15-20 seconds on each side. Place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
4.	Divide chicken mixture and green chilies evenly among tortillas, roll up each tortilla and place seam side down in a lightly greased baking dish.
5.	Sprinkle shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the enchiladas, cover with foil and bake for about 20-25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for additional 5-10 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.

PROS

These chicken enchiladas are creamy, delicious and give your taste buds the right amount of spice.

A great way to use leftover chicken from last night’s dinner.

CONS

These enchiladas are quite high in calories and sodium.

It’s recommended to have them occasionally and in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The green chilies in these enchiladas offer a good source of vitamin C which plays a vital role in strengthening your immune system. The chicken provides an excellent source of protein which makes you feel fuller for longer and assists with weight loss. The sour cream and cheese used in this dish contain calcium that supports strong bones and teeth.

	2 cups cubed cooked chicken
	1 cup sour cream
	1/8 teaspoon salt
	1 pinch ground black pepper
	1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying
	12 corn tortillas
	1 can chopped green chilies , drained
	2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese