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Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

Delicious and comforting green chile chicken enchiladas, perfect for family dinners and customizable with various toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Provides rich and creamy texture.
  • 1 can diced green chiles (4 oz) Adjust quantity for spiciness.
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce Reserve some for topping.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend) Use your favorite cheese.
  • 8 count flour tortillas Alternative: corn tortillas for a different texture.
Toppings
  • sour cream
  • green onions
  • olives

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, and green chiles.
  3. Spread some enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  4. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll them up, and place them seam side down in the dish.
  5. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted.
Serving
  1. Serve Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas hot, straight from the oven with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warm. For make-ahead options, you can assemble and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.