South of the Border Delight: Chicken Enchiladas

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 can (14 ounces) red enchilada sauce
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • Sour cream and sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, diced onion, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Step 3: Pour a small amount of enchilada sauce into the bottom of a baking dish.
  4. Step 4: Place a portion of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, roll them up, and place them seam side down in the baking dish.
  5. Step 5: Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, ensuring they are well coated.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle additional cheese on top if desired.
  7. Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Step 8: Garnish with sour cream and sliced green onions before serving.

Notes:

Experience the bold and savory flavors of Mexico with these delicious Chicken Enchiladas. ¡Buen provecho!

¡Buen provecho!