Jun 09 2026
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Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Inspired by Vuelve A La Vida
Time45m
Serves4

Corn tortillas stuffed with shredded chicken and topped with red sauce.

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Ingredients

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Filling

Tortillas

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Filling

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Mix Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine the sautéed onions, shredded chicken, shredded cheese, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Assembly

  1. 3

    Soften the Tortillas

    In a microwave-safe dish, wrap the corn tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for about 30 seconds to soften them.

  2. 4

    Fill the Tortillas

    Take one tortilla at a time, spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken filling onto the center, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.

  3. 5

    Repeat

    Continue filling and rolling the remaining tortillas until all the filling is used.

Cooking

  1. 6

    Add Sauce

    Pour the red enchilada sauce evenly over the filled tortillas in the baking dish.

  2. 7

    Bake

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly.

  3. 8

    Garnish

    Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Top with chopped cilantro and a dollop of sour cream before serving.

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