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Creamy Queso Chicken Enchiladas for Effortless Family Dinners

Irresistibly Creamy Queso Chicken Enchiladas for Family Fun

Delightful Creamy Queso Chicken Enchiladas for effortless family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Swap for beef or turkey if desired
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for a kick
  • 1 can Chopped Green Chilies Diced jalapeños for more heat
For the Sauce
  • 16 oz Velveeta Cheese Cream cheese can be an alternative
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies Fresh tomatoes or tomato sauce are also valid
For the Enchiladas
  • 8 pcs Tortillas Gluten-free tortillas for dietary needs

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Casserole Dish
  • Saucepan
  • large bowl

Method
 

How to Make Creamy Queso Chicken Enchiladas
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to create the perfect environment for these delicious enchiladas.
  2. Combine the shredded chicken, taco seasoning, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green chilies in a large bowl. Stir until well mixed.
  3. Melt the Velveeta cheese in a saucepan over medium-high heat along with the undrained diced tomatoes until smooth and creamy.
  4. Fill each tortilla with ½ to ¾ cup of the chicken mixture, then roll tightly.
  5. Arrange the rolled enchiladas seam side down in a greased 9x13 casserole dish.
  6. Pour the warm queso sauce generously over each enchilada.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: garnish with fresh cilantro or sour cream before serving to add flair. Assemble in advance and refrigerate for quick meals.

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