Description
A simple yet delicious enchilada bake that combines tortillas, cheese, and a savory sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onion and bell pepper until soft.
- Add shredded chicken, garlic powder, cumin, and salt. Stir to combine and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Layer 4 tortillas on top of the sauce, then add half of the chicken mixture.
- Sprinkle half of each cheese over the chicken.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining tortillas, chicken mixture, and cheeses.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken with beef or beans for a vegetarian option.
- For added flavor, consider adding jalapeños or olives.
- Serve with sour cream or guacamole for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: easy enchilada bake, enchiladas, Mexican recipes, chicken enchiladas