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Easy Shredded Chicken Enchiladas

Easy Shredded Chicken Enchiladas

These easy shredded chicken enchiladas are saucy, cheesy, and weeknight-friendly. Tender chicken rolls bake in a bold red sauce.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1.5 tsp chili powder
  • 2.25 cup red enchilada sauce
  • 4 oz diced green chiles mild or hot
  • 3 cup shredded cooked chicken rotisserie works great
  • 1 tsp kosher salt divide, to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 12 oz corn tortillas about 12 small, 6-inch
  • 2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped divide for filling and garnish
  • 1 tbsp lime juice fresh-squeezed
  • 0.5 cup sour cream for serving

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Lightly oil a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Warm oil in a skillet over medium heat. Soften onion for 3–4 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic, cumin, and chili powder. Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Pour in 3/4 cup enchilada sauce and the green chiles. Simmer 1 minute.
  • Fold in chicken, 1/2 tsp salt, and pepper. Stir until evenly coated and warm.
  • Microwave tortillas wrapped in a damp towel for 45–60 seconds to soften.
  • Spread 3/4 cup sauce in the baking dish. Mix half the cheese and half the cilantro into the chicken.
  • Fill each tortilla with chicken mixture. Roll tightly and place seam-side down.
  • Top with remaining sauce and cheese. Bake 18–22 minutes, until bubbly and melted.
  • Rest 5 minutes. Sprinkle remaining cilantro and drizzle lime juice. Serve with sour cream.

Notes

Variation: Add a handful of sautéed bell peppers to the filling for extra color and crunch. For make-ahead, assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours; bake covered for 10 minutes, then uncover to finish. Leftovers reheat well; store chilled up to 3 days.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Shredded Chicken Enchiladas flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.