Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 8 medium flour tortillas
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, garlic powder, and cumin. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Step 3: Take a flour tortilla and spoon about 1/4 cup of the chicken filling onto the center. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and place it seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Repeat this process for all tortillas.
- Step 4: Once all enchiladas are in the baking dish, pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the top. If desired, sprinkle additional shredded cheddar cheese on top for extra cheesiness.
- Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Let cool for a few minutes before serving, and enjoy your creamy, spicy jalapeño popper cheesy chicken enchiladas!
Notes
- For optimal storage, keep any leftover enchiladas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days, or freeze them for longer-lasting enjoyment.
- When reheating, cover the enchiladas with foil and warm them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes to maintain their creaminess, or microwave them for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve your jalapeño popper cheesy chicken enchiladas with a side of fresh guacamole, sour cream, or a crisp salad to balance out the richness and spice.
- For an extra flavor boost, consider adding some chopped green onions or cilantro to the filling before rolling up the tortillas, enhancing both taste and presentation!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 450
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 2g