The Best Chicken Enichladas Ever

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 2
The Best Chicken Enchiladas Ever
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hour 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
8 flour tortillas ( I use the big ones because they are easier to wrap everything up good in )
2 cans cream of chicken soup
1 1/2 cups cooked white rice
1 can black beans
1 can green chilies
1 medium onion
2 cans red enchilada sauce ( you can use green if you dont like red , its still very good )
5 cups Mexican blend cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
942
Sugar
8g
Fat
45g
The Best Chicken Enchiladas Ever are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any occasion. Made with juicy shredded chicken, cooked white rice, black beans, green chilies, onion, and plenty of cheese, they are smothered in a delicious red enchilada sauce that can be as spicy as you want it to be. Not only do they taste amazing, but they are also easy to make and can be prepared in advance. Whether you are serving them for dinner or bringing them to a potluck, these chicken enchiladas are sure to be a hit!

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2.Cook the chicken breasts until they are no longer pink, then shred with a fork.
3.In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked rice, drained black beans, green chilies, diced onion, and 2 cups of the Mexican blend cheese.
4.Warm the tortillas in the microwave, then place the chicken mixture inside each one and roll them up.
5.In a separate bowl, mix together the cream of chicken soup and enchilada sauce.
6.Pour half of the sauce mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
7.Place the filled tortillas in the pan, then pour the remaining sauce on top.
8.Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top of the enchiladas.
9.Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
10.Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

These chicken enchiladas are full of delicious and savory flavors that your whole family will love.

They are easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights.

Plus, they are a great source of protein!

CONS

These enchiladas are high in calories and fat due to the cheese and cream of chicken soup.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being high in calories and fat, these chicken enchiladas are also a great source of protein.
They also contain fiber from the black beans and green chilies, as well as vitamins and minerals from the vegetables.
To make this dish healthier, you can use low-fat cheese and skip the cream of chicken soup.

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