Family Friendly Chicken Enchiladas

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 2

An Easy and Delicious Recipe for Family Friendly Chicken Enchiladas

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

489

Sugar

Fat

33g

These Family Friendly Chicken Enchiladas are a classic Tex-Mex dish that is easy to make and always a hit with kids and adults alike. Made with tender shredded chicken and a creamy cheese sauce, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or family gatherings. It is a versatile recipe that can be customized with your favorite toppings or served with a side of rice and beans for a complete meal. With its savory and satisfying flavors, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, stir together the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, diced green chilies, onion, and 1 1/2 cups of grated cheddar cheese.
3.	Spread about a 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, then roll up the tortilla and place it into a 9 x 13 inch baking dish seam side down.
4.	In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining cheddar cheese and milk, then pour over the enchiladas.
5.	Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6.	Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, or avocado slices.

PROS

These chicken enchiladas are a crowd-pleaser that both kids and adults will love.

It is a great way to use leftover roasted or rotisserie chicken.

It is an easy recipe to double or triple for a larger crowd.

CONS

These enchiladas are not particularly healthy as they contain a significant amount of cheese and cream-based soup, so it is best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is an excellent source of protein and a good source of several vitamins and minerals such as niacin and selenium.
Green chilies contain capsaicin, an antioxidant that may improve metabolism and reduce inflammation.

	3 cups shredded cooked chicken
	2 cans cream of chicken soup
	1 cup sour cream
	1 can diced green chilies , drained
	onion ( or less )
	2 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese , divided
	10 medium flour tortillas
	1/3 cup milk