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Making Queso Chicken Enchiladas

Learn how to make delicious and cheesy Queso Chicken Enchiladas with this easy and family-friendly recipe. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups Chicken shredded chicken breast
  • 12 large Tortillas flour or corn tortillas
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 2 cups Cheese Blend Monterey Jack and white American cheese
  • 1 medium Onions diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 medium Jalapeños finely diced
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice fresh
  • 2 tbsp Cilantro fresh, chopped
  • 2 tbsp Green Onions chopped
  • 1 jar Enchilada Sauce white enchilada sauce

Equipment

  • Baking dish,
  • skillet,
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preheat and Prep
    Sauté the Aromatics
      Create the Filling
        The Queso Secret
          Rolling the Enchiladas
            The Great Pour
              Bake to Perfection
                Rest and Garnish

                  Nutrition

                  Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 35g

                  Notes

                  These Queso Chicken Enchiladas make excellent leftovers. Store any remaining enchiladas in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For reheating, use the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit covered with foil to keep the moisture in. If you do use a microwave, a damp paper towel placed over the plate can help keep things soft. You can also freeze these for up to two months. Just make sure they are wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and then foil to prevent freezer burn.
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