Description
Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas deliver Mexican-inspired comfort with a creamy twist. Rich chicken nestles in tortillas, blanketed by zesty sauce and melted cheese, promising a delightful meal that satisfies your craving for bold, hearty flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 5 ounces (142 grams) cream cheese (softened)
Cheeses and Dairy:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese (divided)
- ¼ cup sour cream
Produce and Seasonings:
- 4 green onions (thinly sliced, divided)
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels (thawed)
- 16 ounces (454 grams) jar prepared salsa (divided)
- 8 flour tortillas (8-inch each)
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees Celsius) and thoroughly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Create a creamy filling by whisking the softened cream cheese, sour cream, salsa, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded pepper jack cheese, chili powder, and cumin in a mixing bowl until the mixture reaches a smooth consistency.
- Fold the shredded chicken, corn kernels, and half of the chopped green onions into the cheese mixture, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Spread of salsa across the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create a flavorful base.
- Fill each tortilla with approximately of the chicken and cheese mixture, carefully rolling them tightly and positioning them seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Drizzle the remaining salsa over the rolled enchiladas, ensuring even coverage.
- Generously sprinkle the remaining cheddar and pepper jack cheese on top of the enchiladas.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and develops a golden, bubbly texture.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with the remaining chopped green onions.
- Allow the enchiladas to rest for 3-5 minutes before serving, optionally topping with additional sour cream or salsa to taste.
Notes
- Elevate your weeknight dinner with these creamy, zesty enchiladas that blend Mexican-inspired flavors with comforting cheese goodness.
- Customize the heat level by selecting mild, medium, or spicy salsa to match your taste preferences perfectly.
- Leftover rotisserie chicken works wonderfully, making this recipe a quick and convenient meal solution for busy households.
- Prep time is minimal, allowing you to have a delicious dinner on the table in under an hour with minimal kitchen cleanup.
- Freezer-friendly option available: assemble enchiladas, wrap tightly in plastic, and store for up to 3 months before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 372 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 668mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg