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quick chicken enchiladas recipe

Easy Chicken Enchiladas

Quick and easy baked chicken enchiladas made with shredded chicken, enchilada sauce, cheese, and corn tortillas.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 10 Corn Tortillas
  • 4 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken rotisserie chicken
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream
  • 4 cups Mexican Cheese shredded and divided
  • 1 28-ounce can Enchilada Sauce
Optional Topping Ideas:
  • Mexican Crema or Sour Cream Cilantro, Avocado or Guacamole, Pico de Gallo or Tomatoes, Jalapeno, and Pickled Onions.

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken Filling
  1. Place the shredded cooked chicken in a large bowl. Add the sour cream and ½ cup of enchilada sauce. Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated and creamy.
  2. If you want extra flavor, stir in 1–2 tablespoons of taco seasoning (optional).
Step 2: Soften the Tortillas
  1. Wrap the tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for about 1 minute. This step softens the tortillas so they roll easily without cracking.
Step 3: Fill and Roll
  1. Spread ¼ cup of enchilada sauce evenly on the bottom of a 10×7 or 9×13 baking dish.
  2. Spoon the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, then sprinkle generously with shredded cheese. Roll each tortilla tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
Step 4: Add Sauce and Cheese
  1. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top.
Step 5: Bake
  1. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
  1. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve with your favorite toppings such as Mexican crema or sour cream, chopped cilantro, avocado or guacamole, pico de gallo or diced tomatoes, jalapeños, or pickled onions.

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days. Freeze assembled (unbaked) enchiladas up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before baking.