Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas with Creamy Sauce
Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas with Creamy Sauce are a delightful comfort food that combine soft tortillas, tender shredded chicken, and a rich, creamy sauce topped with melted cheese. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings, bringing warmth and flavor to your table. With every bite, you’ll enjoy the nostalgic taste of homemade goodness that invites everyone to indulge and create lasting memories together.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Boil water in a large pot and cook chicken for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Shred the chicken and set aside.
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, diced onions, half of the shredded cheese, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly.
- On a flat surface, lay out tortillas and fill each with the chicken mixture. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- In another bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and chicken broth until smooth. Pour over rolled enchiladas.
- Top with remaining shredded cheese and cover with aluminum foil. Bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg