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Easy Rotisserie Chicken Enchilada beautifully presented with toppings and soft colors

Easy Rotisserie Chicken Enchilada Recipe for Quick Dinner Wins


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  • Author: Emily cook
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

This easy rotisserie chicken enchilada is a creamy cheesy dish full of flavor, perfect for a quick and delicious dinner on busy nights.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • 1 can green enchilada sauce (10 oz)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup diced green chilies

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a pan over medium heat, melt butter and whisk in flour, cooking for 1 minute.
  3. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and green enchilada sauce, stirring until thickened.
  4. Stir in sour cream, green chilies, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Combine shredded chicken with half of the shredded cheese in a bowl.
  6. Divide the chicken mixture among tortillas, roll them up, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  7. Pour sauce evenly over enchiladas, sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  8. Bake for 20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with chopped cilantro or diced tomatoes if desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra spice, add a dash of cayenne pepper or top with jalapeños before baking
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinners
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 400 kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg