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Creamy Queso Chicken Enchiladas – Effortless Family Dinner


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  • Author: charlotte
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

Creamy Queso Chicken Enchiladas are a family-friendly meal featuring shredded chicken, cheesy filling, and a rich, velvety queso sauce wrapped in soft tortillas. Quick to assemble and perfect for dinner.


Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded chicken (substitute with shredded beef or turkey if desired)
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup sour cream (Greek yogurt can be used)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for a spicy twist)
  • 1 can chopped green chilies (diced jalapeños can be used for more heat)
  • 1 package Velveeta cheese (cream cheese can be used, flavor will differ)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (fresh tomatoes or tomato sauce can be used)
  • 8 tortillas (gluten-free tortillas optional)


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, taco seasoning, sour cream, shredded cheese, and chopped green chilies.
  3. Spoon filling onto each tortilla, roll up, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  4. In a saucepan, melt Velveeta with diced tomatoes and green chilies to make queso sauce.
  5. Pour queso sauce over enchiladas and bake 20–25 minutes until heated through and bubbly.
  6. Serve warm with extra sour cream, guacamole, or cilantro if desired.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker assembly.
  • Add extra veggies like corn or bell peppers to the filling.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American