Enchiladas Recipe
Corn tortillas filled with chicken and topped with sauce.
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Ingredients
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Filling
Sauce
Tortillas
Method
Filling Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, chopped onion, shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Sauce Preparation
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the enchilada sauce, ground cumin, chili powder, and salt. Stir well and let simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Assembling Enchiladas
- 3
Assemble the Enchiladas
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Take one corn tortilla and place a generous amount of the chicken filling in the center. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- 4
Top with Sauce
Once all enchiladas are assembled in the dish, pour the prepared enchilada sauce evenly over the top, ensuring all enchiladas are well coated.
- 5
Add Extra Cheese
Sprinkle any remaining shredded cheese over the top of the enchiladas for extra flavor and a gooey texture.
Baking
- 6
Bake the Enchiladas
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
Serving
- 7
Serve and Enjoy
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with additional chopped cilantro if desired, then serve warm.
