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Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe for the Best Family Dinner

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These cheesy chicken enchiladas combine gooey melted cheese, tender chicken, and a rich, flavorful sauce for the ultimate family dinner. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8–10 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, sour cream, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, chopped onion, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed and creamy. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for about 1 minute until it forms a paste. Stir in chili powder, paprika, and cumin, cooking for another 30 seconds.
  3. Gradually add chicken broth while whisking to avoid lumps. Once smooth, stir in tomato sauce and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Place a tortilla flat on a clean surface, spoon about 1/4 cup of chicken filling onto the center, and roll it up tightly.
  5. Place rolled tortillas seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling, lining them up closely. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top, ensuring each tortilla is fully coated.
  6. Sprinkle remaining shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the sauced enchiladas.
  7. Cover dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Let enchiladas cool slightly before serving. Top with chopped fresh cilantro for garnish.

Notes

Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking. Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting. Adjust seasoning in the enchilada sauce to taste.

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