Description
Indulge in our Queso Chicken Enchiladas Bake, a creamy and satisfying dish perfect for any weeknight dinner or gathering. This comforting casserole features tender shredded chicken enveloped in burrito-sized flour tortillas, smothered in a rich queso sauce made with diced tomatoes and creamy cheese. Each bite is a delightful blend of flavors that will have your family and friends coming back for seconds. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this one-pan wonder not only delivers on taste but also makes cleanup a breeze!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 burrito-size flour tortillas
- 2.5 cups shredded chicken
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1 pound queso blanco, cubed
- 0.5 packet taco seasoning
- 2 tablespoons chopped green chilies
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, taco seasoning, sour cream, cheddar cheese, and green chilies; mix well.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the cubed queso blanco with the diced tomatoes until smooth.
- Lay out each tortilla; place ½ to ¾ cup of the chicken mixture in the center and roll tightly.
- Arrange rolled tortillas in a greased casserole dish and pour warm queso sauce over them.
- Bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using rotisserie chicken or enhancing the spice level with chili powder. Feel free to incorporate vegetables like bell peppers or spinach into the filling for extra nutrition.