Chicken Enchiladas

Name: Chicken Enchiladas
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup finely chopped onion; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 2 cups shredded cooked chicken*; 15 ounce can black beans (rinsed and drained); 4 ounce can diced green chiles (do not drain); 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon dried oregano; ½ teaspoon salt; 2 cups enchilada sauce ((about 16 ounces) homemade or store-bought); 12 ounces shredded cheese ((about 3 cups) cheddar, Monterey jack, Mexican cheese blend, or a combination); 8 large flour tortillas; Optional, for serving: fresh cilantro, chopped green or red onion, sour cream, avocado, pico de gallo, etc

Instructions

Prep:25minCook:20min

The BEST Chicken Enchiladas! This chicken enchilada recipe has a delicious chicken, black bean and cheese filling. You can make my homemade enchilada sauce or use store-bought. They are full of flavor and perfect for a family dinner or feeding a crowd! Make ahead instructions are included in the notes below.

Updated at: Mon, 17 Mar 2025 04:29:03 GMT