✨ A Short, Perfect Introduction
These Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas are the ultimate comfort food — creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor! 🧀🌯 Tender shredded chicken is wrapped in soft tortillas and smothered in a creamy sauce with just the right kick. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or whenever you’re craving cozy Mexican-inspired goodness! 🇲🇽💛
📋 Prep Time: 20 minutes
❄️ Chill Time: None
⏱️ Total Time: 45 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 6
🔥 Calories per Serving: 420 kcal
🛒 Ingredients
- 🍗 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great!)
- 🧀 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 🌿 1 tsp garlic powder
- 🌿 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 🌶️ 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 🧂 Salt and pepper to taste
- 🌯 8 flour tortillas
- 🧀 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 🥫 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce (red or green — your choice!)
- 🧈 1 tbsp butter (optional, for sautéing)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a 9×13″ baking dish. 🧈
2️⃣ Make the Filling:
In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter 🧈 (if using), then add shredded chicken 🍗, cream cheese 🧀, green chiles 🌶️, garlic powder 🌿, onion powder 🌿, and salt & pepper. Stir until well combined and the cream cheese is fully melted.
3️⃣ Assemble Enchiladas:
Spoon about 1/3 cup of filling into each tortilla 🌯. Roll them up and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
4️⃣ Top with Sauce and Cheese:
Pour enchilada sauce 🥫 evenly over the rolled tortillas. Sprinkle shredded cheese 🧀 generously over the top.
5️⃣ Bake:
Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden. 🔥
6️⃣ Serve and Enjoy:
Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro, sour cream, or chopped green onions if you like! 🌿
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- So creamy and flavorful — total comfort food! 🤤
- Super easy to throw together with rotisserie chicken 🐔
- Family-approved and picky-eater friendly! 👨👩👧👦
- Freezer-friendly for busy weeknights! ❄️
🔥 Helpful Tips
- You can swap flour tortillas for corn if you prefer a gluten-free option 🌽
- Add black beans or corn to the filling for extra heartiness 🌽🫘
- Want more heat? Stir in a few dashes of hot sauce or jalapeños 🔥
- Double the batch and freeze half for later — these reheat beautifully! ❄️🧊
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