Description
Savor the comforting flavors of Queso Chicken Enchiladas, a quick and delicious weeknight meal! In just 10 minutes, you can create a dish that combines tender shredded chicken, creamy queso blanco, and zesty enchilada sauce wrapped in soft tortillas. Perfect for busy evenings or impromptu gatherings, these enchiladas are sure to impress your family and friends while satisfying your craving for something warm and flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup queso blanco cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, drizzle olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Shred the chicken with two forks.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with half of the queso blanco and sour cream until well combined.
- Spoon the chicken mixture into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and top with remaining queso blanco.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Serve with extra sour cream on top.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg