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Chicken Enchiladas

Delicious and comforting Chicken Enchiladas filled with tender chicken, cheese, and wrapped in soft tortillas, perfect for any dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 8 pieces skinless boneless chicken breast halves
  • 24 pieces flour tortillas
  • 2 packages shredded Colby Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 can chopped green chile peppers (drained, optional) Optional for added flavor

Sauce Ingredients

  • 2 cans cream of chicken soup
  • 2 cups half and half
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Additional Ingredients

  • nonstick spray For greasing the baking dish

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 11×15 inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • Place chicken breasts in a large saucepan with enough water to barely cover them. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes. Remove from the saucepan, drain, and shred the chicken with 2 forks.
  • In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken with 1 package of Colby Monterey Jack cheese and the chopped green chilies (if using).
  • Spoon about 3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla and fold it in half, enclosing the filling. Roll the folded tortilla into a cylinder.
  • Place each enchilada seam side down in the prepared baking dish.

Cooking

  • In another bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, half and half, chicken broth, and about 1/3 of the remaining cheese until well combined.
  • Pour this mixture over the enchiladas, then sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top.
  • Let the dish stand for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and the cheese topping is melted and beginning to brown, about 25 minutes.

Notes

Serve Chicken Enchiladas hot from the oven with sour cream, salsa, or chopped cilantro. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze cooked enchiladas for up to 3 months. Let the enchiladas stand for a bit before serving to help them hold their shape. Shred the chicken while it’s warm for easier handling. Feel free to customize with beans or other veggies for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g
Keyword Chicken Enchiladas, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Enchiladas, Mexican Dinner
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