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Creamy Queso Chicken Enchiladas

Delicious and simple enchiladas filled with shredded chicken and creamy cheese sauce, perfect for family dinners.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Shredded chicken
  • 1 packet Taco seasoning
  • 1 cup Sour cream
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 can Chopped green chilies
  • 1 package Velveeta cheese
  • 1 can Diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 8 Tortillas

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine shredded chicken, taco seasoning, sour cream, cheddar cheese, and green chilies in a mixing bowl. Mix well.
  3. Fill each tortilla with about ¼ cup of the chicken filling.
  4. Roll the tortillas tightly and place them seam-side down in a baking dish.
  5. Mix Velveeta cheese with diced tomatoes in another bowl until smooth.
  6. Pour the cheese mixture over the assembled enchiladas.
  7. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until bubbly.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep and added flavor. Consider adding black beans or corn for extra texture.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: enchiladas, chicken, cheesy dinner, Mexican recipe, family dinner