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Stove Top Enchiladas: Quick Cheesy Goodness in 30 Minutes!


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Stove top enchiladas are a quick and flavorful dish that brings the essence of traditional enchiladas to your kitchen without the need for an oven.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent.
  3. Stir in the shredded chicken and half of the enchilada sauce, mixing well.
  4. Warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan until pliable.
  5. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll them up.
  6. Place the rolled tortillas seam-side down in the skillet.
  7. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the tortillas.
  8. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  9. Cover the skillet and cook for 10 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  10. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with black beans.
  • Use a variety of cheeses for different flavors.
  • Experiment with toppings like sour cream or avocado.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stove Top
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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