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Delicious Chicken Enchiladas

Delicious Chicken Enchiladas
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Delicious Chicken Enchiladas are a comforting and flavorful dish that brings the warmth of home cooking to your table. These enchiladas feature tender shredded chicken enveloped in soft flour tortillas, all smothered in zesty red enchilada sauce and topped with gooey melted cheese. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe allows you to customize the filling with your favorite vegetables or spices. In just about 45 minutes, you can create a hearty meal that’s sure to satisfy everyone’s taste buds.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish
  • Sour cream for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken by boiling or baking until fully cooked, then shred.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic in vegetable oil until soft.
  3. Combine shredded chicken with onions, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; cook until heated through.
  4. Pour some enchilada sauce into a baking dish. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and shredded cheese before rolling them up snugly.
  5. Place rolled tortillas seam-side down in the baking dish, pour remaining sauce on top, sprinkle with cheese, cover with foil, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
  6. Let rest before serving, garnish with cilantro, and enjoy!

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