Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
Corn tortillas filled with chicken and topped with salsa
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Ingredients
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Enchilada Filling
Enchilada Assembly
Method
Preparing the Enchilada Filling
- 1
- 2
Add Garlic and Spices
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute. Then stir in the cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute until aromatic.
- 3
Combine with Chicken
Add the shredded chicken to the skillet and mix well, cooking until heated through, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Assembling the Enchiladas
- 4
Prepare the Tortillas
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a separate skillet, lightly heat the corn tortillas one at a time until they are pliable, about 30 seconds per side.
- 5
Fill the Tortillas
Place about 1/4 cup of the chicken filling in the center of each tortilla. Roll them up tightly and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- 6
Top with Salsa and Cheese
Once all tortillas are filled and placed in the baking dish, pour the salsa evenly over the top. Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of the salsa.
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Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Serve warm with additional salsa if desired.