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Chicken And Rice Enchiladas

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🌯 Enjoy flavorful and hearty Chicken and Rice Enchiladas with a creamy homemade sauce, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
πŸ§€ This recipe combines tender chicken, rice, and cheese with a rich sauce for a satisfying and comforting meal.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 14-16 enchiladas 1x

Ingredients

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3 cups cooked shredded chicken (about 3 breasts or 4 thighs)

2 1/2 cups cooked rice

One 15-ounce can of corn (drained)

One 15-ounce can of black beans (rinsed and drained)

1/2 green bell pepper (chopped)

1/4 onion (chopped)

1 clove garlic (minced)

One 4-ounce can of jalapeΓ±o peppers or diced green chiles

One 10.5-ounce can of cream of chicken soup or a homemade equivalent

4 ounces of softened cream cheese

3 cups shredded cheese (such as mozzarella, cheddar, or Mexican blend)

16 large tortillas (not burrito size)

Approximately 4 cups of enchilada sauce or 1 batch if homemade

Instructions

1-First Step: Preheat your oven and prepare ingredients by shredding cooked chicken and cooking rice.

2-Second Step: Mix the filling ingredients in a bowl for even flavor distribution.

3-Third Step: Fill and roll the tortillas carefully.

4-Fourth Step: Arrange in pans and add sauce and cheese.

5-Fifth Step: Bake until perfect, then serve with options like sour cream or guacamole.

Last Step:

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Notes

🌢️ Use mild or hot jalapeños depending on your spice preference.
❄️ Assemble one pan to bake immediately and refrigerate or freeze the other for later.
πŸ§€ Substitute cream cheese with sour cream for a different creamy texture.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Baking time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking and assembling
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Containing

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 315
  • Sugar: 4 grams
  • Sodium: 773 mg
  • Fat: 14 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 7 grams
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 29 grams
  • Fiber: 5 grams
  • Protein: 18 grams
  • Cholesterol: 45 mg