Best 4 Fiesta Chicken Enchiladas Recipes

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Fiesta Chicken Enchiladas: A Symphony of Mexican Flavors

Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Mexican cuisine with our tantalizing Fiesta Chicken Enchiladas. These delightful enchiladas burst with vibrant flavors, combining succulent chicken, a medley of sautéed vegetables, and a rich, flavorful enchilada sauce. Nestled in soft and chewy tortillas, each bite is an explosion of authentic Mexican goodness. Our collection of recipes provides a comprehensive guide to creating this delectable dish, from preparing the succulent chicken filling to crafting the flavorful enchilada sauce and assembling the enchiladas to perfection. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, our step-by-step instructions and helpful tips will ensure your Fiesta Chicken Enchiladas are a resounding success. So, gather your ingredients, let your taste buds prepare for a fiesta, and indulge in this classic Mexican dish that will surely be a hit at your next gathering.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FIESTA CHICKEN AND BLACK BEAN ENCHILADAS



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 Mission® Life Balance® Flour Tortillas
Nonstick cooking Spray
1/4 cup chicken broth
1 skinless, boneless chicken breast (approximately 1 pound)
1 medium onion, diced (approximately 1 1/2 cup)
1 red pepper, stemmed, seeded, and diced
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn kernels
1/4 cup packed chopped fresh cilantro
1 can diced green chilies (4 ounces)
2 cups + 1/4 cup low-fat sharp cheddar cheese, grated
2/3 cup fat-free sour cream
2/3 can red Enchilada sauce
Tabasco, Salt, Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1.Heat oven to 350°F. Spray an 8"x11"x2" baking dish with cooking spray. 2.Pour chicken broth into a small frying pan, heat to simmer, add chicken breast, cover and simmer until no longer pink, turning once (approximately 25 minutes). Cool and shred. 3.In same frying pan, add onions and red pepper. Saute over medium heat until soft, approximately 5 minutes. Remove from heat. 4.In a large bowl, place chicken, onion-pepper mixture, beans, corn, cilantro, chilies, 2 cups of the cheese, and sour cream. Toss until thoroughly blended. Add tabasco, salt and pepper to taste. 5.Place 1/8 of mixture into center of each tortilla, roll and place in baking dish. When all 8 rolls are completed, pour Enchilada sauce over top and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Bake for 35 minutes, or until sauce bubbles and enchiladas are heated through. Makes 4 generous servings of 2 enchiladas each.

FIESTA CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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I can't take the credit for this recipe but it's really good and quick and easy to make.....it was discovered in a cookbook I bought from our school to help out with a classmate of my daughter who has CF (the classmate not my daughter) the cookbook is called:Country Cookin,For a Cure great fundraiser they done here and has lots of great recipes!

Provided by strawberryjane

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (10 ounce) cans mild enchilada sauce (I use one of the green sauce and one red sauce)
2 cups chopped cooked chicken, you can buy the already chicken in the cans to save time
1/2 cup sour cream
2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies, undrained
1/3 cup chopped green onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
10 flour tortillas (6-7")

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Pour 1 can of enchilada sauce in a 9by13 inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl,combine chicken,sour cream,chilies,onions and salt.
  • Stir in one cup of cheese.
  • Spoon about 1/3 cup of chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla.
  • Roll up tortillas and place seam side down in prepared baking dish.
  • Pour remaining can of enchilada sauce over top;sprinkle with remaining one cup of cheese.
  • Bake uncovered 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and enchiladas are heated through.
  • Serves 6-6 I have doubled this recipe before- experiment around with the enchilada sauce-- I prefer one can of green sauce and 1 red sauce-- but you can use whatever you like-- also you can add more cheese on the top-- these really are yummy!
  • hope ya like them-- also you can use the hot enchilada sauce instead of the mild, we just use the mild because of my kids-- they love this recipe-- not to spicy for them.

FIESTA CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Great recipe! I used the green chile enchilada sauce instead of the salsa. This was the best!! Everyone went back for thirds!

Provided by Philadelphia

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound cooked boneless, skinless chicken breasts, shredded
1 cup TACO BELL® HOME ORIGINALS® Thick 'N Chunky Salsa, divided
4 ounces PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar & Monterey Jack Cheese, divided
8 (6 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cook and stir onions and garlic in large skillet spayed with cooking spray on medium heat 2 min. Add chicken, 1/4 cup salsa, cream cheese, cilantro and cumin; mix well. Cook 5 min. or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Add 1/2 cup shredded cheese; mix well.
  • Spoon about 1/3 cup chicken mixture down center of each tortilla; roll up. Place, seam-sides down, in 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; top with remaining salsa and shredded cheese.
  • Bake 15 to 20 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.8 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 56.7 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 593.1 mg, Sugar 2 g

FIESTA-READY EASY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Quick and easy creamy chicken enchiladas are sure to be a family favorite.

Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Reynolds®

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 sheet Reynolds Wrap® 18-inch Wide Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil
2 ½ cups chopped cooked chicken
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream, divided
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup chopped cilantro
12 (6 inch) flour tortillas
1 ½ cups salsa

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large baking pan with Reynolds Wrap® 18-inch Wide Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil. Grease or spray foil to prevent sticking. Combine chicken and soup with half of sour cream, cheese and cilantro.
  • Spoon 1/4 cup chicken mixture down center of each tortilla roll up. Place, seam sides down, in foil lined pan. Top with salsa and remaining cheese. Cover with foil.
  • Bake 15 minutes remove foil. Continue baking 10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with cilantro and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 566.6 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Cholesterol 94.3 mg, Fat 29.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 31.8 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 1361.3 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

Tips:

  • To make the chicken filling more flavorful, marinate the chicken in the seasonings for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • If you don't have a slow cooker, you can cook the chicken in a Dutch oven over medium heat for about 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • To make the enchilada sauce, you can use a store-bought enchilada sauce or make your own using the recipe provided in the article.
  • To make the enchiladas, spoon some of the chicken filling down the center of each tortilla and top with some of the enchilada sauce, cheese, and any other desired toppings.
  • To prevent the enchiladas from sticking to the pan, grease the pan with cooking spray or oil before adding the enchiladas.
  • Bake the enchiladas in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve the enchiladas with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Conclusion:

Fiesta Chicken Enchiladas are a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish that are perfect for any occasion. The combination of tender chicken, flavorful enchilada sauce, and melted cheese makes these enchiladas a hit with everyone who tries them. Whether you're serving them for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, these enchiladas are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

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