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Creamy Queso Chicken Enchiladas


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  • Author: mealstomake
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Delicious tortillas filled with creamy chicken and rich queso sauce, perfect for family feasts.


Ingredients

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  • 4 pieces Burrito Size Flour Tortillas
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (Shredded)
  • 1 can Chopped Green Chilies
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies (Undrained)
  • 16 ounces Queso Blanco Velveeta
  • 2 cups Spanish Rice
  • 1 cup Guacamole
  • 1 cup Salsa

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine the shredded chicken, taco seasoning, sour cream, half a cup of Cheddar cheese, chopped green chilies, and diced tomatoes in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Warm flour tortillas in the microwave or heat corn tortillas in a skillet.
  4. Fill each tortilla with about 1/4 cup of the chicken filling, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  5. Melt the Queso Blanco Velveeta in a saucepan over medium heat until smooth and creamy.
  6. Pour half of the queso sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle the remaining Cheddar cheese on top.
  7. Bake covered with foil for 20 minutes, removing the foil for the last 5 minutes for a bubbly top.
  8. Serve with Spanish rice, guacamole, and salsa on the side.

Notes

Make sure not to overfill the tortillas and always warm them before filling.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg