
Enchiladas de Pollo
These delicious enchiladas are filled with seasoned shredded chicken and topped with a flavorful red sauce and melted cheese.
Ingredients
- Fresh cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped)
- Cheddar cheese (1 cup, shredded)
- Red enchilada sauce (2 cups)
- Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
- Corn tortillas (12)
- Black pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
- Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
- Chili powder (1 teaspoon)
- Cumin (1 teaspoon)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Onion (1, finely chopped)
- Chicken breasts (2, cooked and shredded)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
- Add the shredded chicken, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for 5 minutes.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
- Spread a small amount of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla and roll it up tightly. Place the rolled enchiladas seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the enchiladas, making sure they are fully covered.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the enchiladas.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Dietary Information
Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 30 minutes • Cook Time: 25 minutes • Calories: 400 • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 40g • Protein: 25g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 5g