Chicken Enchiladas

Chicken Enchiladas

8 servings
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!

Ingredients

  • 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 homemade or store-bought)

    (about 12 ounces

  • 12 ounces shredded cheese cheddar

    Monterey jack, Mexican cheese blend, or a combination), (about 3 cups

  • 8 large flour tortillas
  • Optional

    for serving: fresh cilantro, chopped green or red onion, sour cream, etc.

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350° F.

  2. 2

    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until it starts to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Turn off the heat.

  3. 3

    Spread ½ cup of enchilada sauce over the bottom of a greased 13x9-inch baking dish. To assemble each enchilada, take one of the tortillas and put ½ cup of the chicken and bean mixture down the middle of the tortilla, slightly to the side of the center. Top with ⅓ cup of cheese.

  4. 4

    Bake enchiladas for 20-25 minutes, until hot and bubbly. Let rest for 5 minutes and then serve, with toppings as desired.

Chicken Enchiladas

Chicken Enchiladas

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About this Recipe

Looking for the ultimate comfort food that's simple to make yet packed with incredible flavor? These easy Chicken Enchiladas are your answer, perfect for weeknights or feeding a crowd with their deeply satisfying taste.What elevates these to the BEST Chicken Enchiladas is the thoughtful combination of a flavorful, savory filling—packed with cooked chicken, black beans, and a blend of chili powder, cumin, and oregano. The flexibility to use either homemade or store-bought enchilada sauce streamlines the process, ensuring a rich, authentic taste without extra fuss, making it perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd.When you pull these Chicken Enchiladas from the oven, you can expect a truly comforting and aromatic experience. The flour tortillas will be wonderfully soft, absorbing the rich, tangy enchilada sauce, while the top layer of shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican cheese blend will be gloriously bubbly and golden-brown.Inside, each bite reveals a hearty and well-balanced filling of tender chicken and earthy black beans, brightened by diced green chiles and perfectly spiced. This dish delivers a satisfying blend of textures—creamy, saucy, and tender—with a warm, inviting flavor profile that’s sure to become a family favorite.## Customization & VariationsEasily adapt these enchiladas to your taste. Instead of chicken, consider using cooked ground beef or shredded pork for a different protein, or opt for extra black beans and roasted vegetables for a delicious vegetarian option. If you don't have Monterey Jack or cheddar, a simple pre-shredded Mexican cheese blend works perfectly. These enchiladas are also delicious with a dash of hot sauce in the filling for an extra kick.These Chicken Enchiladas are ideal for a casual family dinner, a potluck, or a festive gathering with friends. Serve them hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, a sprinkle of chopped green or red onion, and a dollop of cool sour cream for the full experience.

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