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Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas

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Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas are rich and creamy enchiladas filled with shredded chicken, cream cheese, and flavorful spices, then baked with enchilada sauce and melted cheese for a comforting Mexican-inspired dish.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
  • 6–8 flour or corn tortillas
  • 1 1/2 cups enchilada sauce (red or green)
  • 1 cup extra shredded cheese for topping
  • Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and 1 cup of shredded cheese until well combined.
  3. Warm the tortillas slightly to make them pliable.
  4. Spoon the chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla, then roll them up tightly.
  5. Place rolled tortillas seam-side down in a baking dish.
  6. Pour enchilada sauce evenly over the enchiladas.
  7. Top with the remaining shredded cheese.
  8. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Let cool slightly, then garnish with cilantro or green onions if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken to save time.Add diced green chiles or jalapeños for a spicy kick.Swap sour cream with Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor.Use pepper jack cheese for extra spice.Make ahead by assembling and refrigerating until ready to bake.

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