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Homemade Enchiladas

This Homemade Enchiladas Recipe brings the flavors of a traditional Mexican kitchen to your table, filled with rich sauce, gooey cheese, and savory filling.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken or beef
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1 can 10 oz enchilada sauce
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup sour cream for serving

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Baking dish
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, combine the shredded chicken, half of the enchilada sauce, diced onion, ground cumin, and garlic powder. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes until heated through.
  3. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
  4. On each tortilla, place a generous scoop of the chicken mixture and a sprinkle of cheese. Roll them up tightly and place them seam-side down in a baking dish.
  5. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  6. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  7. After 20 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until cheese is melted and golden brown.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes and serve warm topped with sour cream.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle fresh cilantro on top before serving.