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Easy Queso Chicken Enchiladas (Weeknight Dinner) — homemade queso chicken enchiladas recipe

Easy Queso Chicken Enchiladas

A quick and flavorful weeknight dinner featuring shredded chicken and melted cheese rolled in corn tortillas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken pieces
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup sour cream for serving
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Glass baking dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Combine shredded chicken, half the enchilada sauce, half the cheese, onion, bell pepper, and spices in a large bowl.
  3. Warm tortillas briefly until pliable.
  4. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
  5. Top with remaining enchilada sauce and the rest of the cheese.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.
  7. Cool for 5 minutes and serve with sour cream.

Notes

Ensure tortillas are warmed properly to prevent cracking during rolling.