Best 5 Stephs Chicken Enchiladas Recipes

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Are you craving a mouthwatering Mexican dish that's easy to make and packed with flavor? Look no further than Steph's Chicken Enchiladas! This delectable dish features tender chicken enveloped in a savory enchilada sauce, all wrapped up in warm tortillas and topped with melted cheese. But that's not all – this article also includes a collection of other enticing recipes that will surely satisfy your taste buds. From the zesty Salsa Roja to the creamy Sour Cream Sauce, and the classic Spanish Rice, each recipe adds a unique dimension to the chicken enchiladas. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more!

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

THE BEST CHICKEN ENCHILADAS RECIPE



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Recipe for homemade Chicken Enchiladas. Tortillas filled with chicken in a creamy and cheesy enchilada. This Mexican-inspired dish is perfect for make-ahead meals.

Provided by Valentina Ablaev

Categories     Easy

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 flour tortillas ( 10-inch burrito size)
1 1/2 lb chicken breast or thighs
3 oz cream cheese (room temp)
1/3 cup sour cream
4.5 oz diced green chilis (with their juice)
20 oz mild red enchilada sauce ((We used 2 - 10oz cans))
1 1/4 tsp salt (divided)
¼ tsp ground black pepper
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
2 1/2 cups shredded cheese (divided (Mexican, Four Cheese or Colby Jack))

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F and grease a 9x13 casserole dish. Shred pre-cooked chicken or cook your own: Add chicken to a saucepan, completely cover with water and season with 1 tsp salt. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Shred the chicken with two forks and set aside.
  • In a bowl beat the cream cheese. Add the sour cream, green chilis, enchiladas sauce, 1/4 tsp salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika; beat until combined.
  • Divide the mixture into two bowls, add 2/3 of the sauce into a large bowl. Set aside remaining 1/3 of the sauce for the top.
  • Add the shredded chicken with 2 cups cheese to the first bowl with 2/3 of the sauce. Mix with a spatula to combine.
  • Generously add chicken filling to the center of each tortilla and roll up tortillas tightly. Arrange the tortillas in a 9x13 casserole dish.
  • Pour the reserved 1/3 of sauce over the tortillas and top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese (add more cheese if desired).
  • Cover the dish with foil and bake at 400˚F for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 31 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Sodium 1606 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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The BEST Chicken Enchiladas! This easy chicken enchilada recipe has a delicious chicken, black bean and cheese filling. You can make my homemade enchilada sauce or use store-bought. They are full of flavor and perfect for a family dinner or feeding a crowd!

Provided by Kristine Rosenblatt

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 cups chopped or shredded cooked chicken*
15 ounce can black beans (rinsed and drained)
4 ounce can diced green chiles
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups enchilada sauce ((about 12 ounces) homemade or store-bought)
12 ounces shredded cheese ((about 3 cups) cheddar, Monterey jack, Mexican cheese blend, or a combination)
8 large flour tortillas
Optional, for serving: fresh cilantro, chopped green or red onion, sour cream, etc.

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350° F.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 enchilada, Calories 372 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 1300 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 6 g

STEPH'S CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 units chicken breasts
1 packages italian dressing mix
0.5 cups water
1 cans green chilies
1 cans olives
1 units onion
0.5 cups cilantro
0.25 teaspoons cumin
0.25 teaspoons garlic
0.5 teaspoons salt
1 units red pepper flakes
1220 units corn tortillas
1 pounds cheddar cheese
2 cans chicken soup
16 ounces sour cream

Steps:

  • Cook chicken in 1 cup water until done. (Save juice if you are going to use it to make rice.) Cut chicken into small pieces, then shred. Add next 10 ingredients.
  • Spray the bottom of a 9x13 baking pan. Heat tortillas in the microwave in a tortilla warmer (this prevents the tortillas from spilling when you are rolling them in the filling). Put some filling in a tortilla, sprinkle with a small amount of cheddar cheese, and roll up tightly. Lay side by side in the baking pan until you can't fit anymore.
  • Mix the cream of chicken soup with the sour cream and pour over the enchiladas. Take a small spoon and push some of the sauce in between each tortilla. Cover with grated cheddar cheese.
  • Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS I



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This is a quick and easy recipe. Good for quick suppers.

Provided by Debbie Donham

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 onion, chopped
½ pint sour cream
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
½ cup water
1 tablespoon chili powder
⅓ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
8 (10 inch) flour tortillas
1 (12 ounce) jar taco sauce
¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium, non-stick skillet over medium heat, cook chicken until no longer pink and juices run clear. Drain excess fat. Cube the chicken and return it to the skillet. Add the onion, sour cream, Cheddar cheese, parsley, oregano and ground black pepper. Heat until cheese melts. Stir in salt, tomato sauce, water, chili powder, green pepper and garlic.
  • Roll even amounts of the mixture in the tortillas. Arrange in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover with taco sauce and 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven 20 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 498.4 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Cholesterol 72.2 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 26.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 1226.7 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

SIMPLE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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This recipe is so quick and easy, and I always receive a ton of compliments. It quickly becomes a favorite of friends whenever I share the recipe. Modify the spiciness with the intensity of the salsa and the green chilis to suit your taste. -Kristi Black, Harrison Township, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce, divided
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1-1/2 cups salsa
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
10 flour tortillas (6 inches)
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
Optional: Shredded lettuce, chopped tomato, sour cream and sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • Spoon 1/2 cup enchilada sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large saucepan, cook and stir the cream cheese and salsa over medium heat until blended, 2-3 minutes. Stir in the chicken, beans and chiles. , Place about 1/3 cup chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down over sauce. Top with remaining enchilada sauce; sprinkle with cheese. , Cover and bake at 350° until heated through, 25-30 minutes. If desired, serve with lettuce, tomato, sour cream and olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 1394mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling.
  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your enchiladas will taste. If possible, use organic, free-range chicken and fresh vegetables.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken is a delicate meat, so it's important to cook it just until it's cooked through. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
  • Use a good quality cheese: The cheese is one of the most important ingredients in enchiladas, so don't skimp on quality. Use a flavorful cheese that melts well, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper Jack.
  • Don't overstuff the enchiladas: If you overstuff the enchiladas, they will be difficult to roll and they will fall apart when you bake them.
  • Bake the enchiladas until they are golden brown and bubbly: This will ensure that the enchiladas are cooked through and that the cheese is melted and gooey.

Conclusion:

Chicken enchiladas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. Whether you prefer traditional enchiladas or something a little more unique, there's a recipe in this article that's sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give one of these chicken enchilada recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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