Chicken Enchiladas: A Classic Mexican Dish - NewsBreak

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Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, onion, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

Step 3

3. Place a tortilla on a flat surface and spread about 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture down the center. Roll up the tortilla tightly and place it in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and chicken mixture.

Step 4

4. Pour the enchilada sauce over the enchiladas in the baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top.

Step 5

5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 6

6. Serve with sour cream and chopped cilantro.

Step 7

Enjoy!

Step 8

You can also add other vegetables to the chicken mixture, such as bell peppers, onions, or corn.

Step 9

To make the enchiladas ahead of time, simply assemble the enchiladas in the baking dish and cover them with foil. Refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When you're ready to bake, simply remove the foil and bake according to the recipe.