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Easy Creamy Queso Chicken Enchiladas – Cheesy Family Favorite Dinner

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These Queso Chicken Enchiladas are comforting and delicious, perfect for effortless family dinners. Loaded with creamy chicken filling and topped with rich queso sauce, this easy baked enchilada recipe is packed with bold Mexican-inspired flavors.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 enchiladas 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded chicken
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 can chopped green chilies
  • 1 package Velveeta cheese
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 8 tortillas

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, taco seasoning, sour cream, cheddar cheese, and chopped green chilies.
  3. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the Velveeta cheese together with the undrained diced tomatoes.
  4. Scoop about 1/2 to 3/4 cup of the chicken mixture into each tortilla and roll tightly.
  5. Place the rolled enchiladas seam side down into a greased 9×13 casserole dish.
  6. Pour the warm queso sauce evenly over the enchiladas.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and heated through.
  8. Serve warm with optional garnishes like cilantro or sour cream.

Notes

  • Substitute shredded beef or turkey for the chicken if desired.
  • Greek yogurt can replace sour cream for a lighter option.
  • Use Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese for added flavor.
  • Gluten-free tortillas can be used if needed.
  • Optional garnish: fresh cilantro or extra sour cream.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg