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Creamy Queso Chicken Enchiladas That Will Make You Smile

Creamy Queso Chicken Enchiladas are a delightful crowd-pleaser, perfect for make-ahead meals and packed with rich flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Enchiladas
  • 2 cups shredded chicken breast cooked
  • 6 pieces flour tortillas
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1-2 cups shredded cheese to taste
For the Queso Sauce
  • 8 ounces queso blanco
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 can green chilies drained
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños
  • 1 medium avocado sliced

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine queso blanco and sour cream. Stir for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  2. Add drained green chilies and mix well. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Shred cooked chicken breasts and mix half of the queso sauce into it.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spoon chicken and queso mixture onto tortillas, roll tightly, and place seam side down in a greased baking dish.
  5. Pour remaining queso sauce over enchiladas and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly. Optionally, broil for a crispy finish.
  7. Garnish with cilantro, jalapeños, and avocado before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep ahead for quick assembly. Warm tortillas to keep them pliable for rolling. Customize with different fillings as desired.

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