Cheese Chicken Enchiladas Bake

Cheese Chicken Enchiladas Bake

If you’re looking for a comforting and delicious dish that brings the warmth of home cooking to your table, look no further than Cheese Chicken Enchiladas Bake. This delightful casserole combines shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and zesty seasonings, all wrapped in soft flour tortillas and smothered in a rich queso sauce. It’s perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy weeknight dinner that will impress everyone at the table.

What makes this dish truly special is its ability to bring people together while delivering layers of flavor in every bite. With its creamy texture and cheesy goodness, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Trust us, once you serve this dish, it will be requested time and time again!

Cheese Chicken Enchiladas Bake

This is what the finished dish looks like when perfectly baked.

Ingredients

  • 5 burrito size flour tortillas
  • 2.5 cups shredded chicken
  • 0.5 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green chilies
  • 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
  • 1 pound queso blanco Velveeta, cubed

Cheese Chicken Enchiladas Bake

Gather all your fresh ingredients for a delicious meal.

Directions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, taco seasoning, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green chilies. Stir until well mixed, then set aside.

    • Tip: For even more flavor, you can use rotisserie chicken instead of cooking your own.
  2. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, add the cubed Velveeta and the undrained diced tomatoes with green chilies. Stir occasionally until the cheese is completely melted and smooth.

  3. Lay the tortillas on a flat surface. Spoon 1/2 to 3/4 cup of the chicken mixture into the center of each tortilla, spread slightly, and roll it up to form a burrito.

  4. Arrange the burritos side by side in a 9×13 casserole dish. Pour the warm queso evenly over the top of the burritos.

  5. Bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes until heated through and bubbly. Serve hot and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

  • Ingredient Substitutions: You can easily replace shredded chicken with shredded beef or even black beans for a vegetarian option.
  • Optional Variations: Add some corn or black olives to the chicken mixture for an added crunch and flavor.
  • Storage/Reheating Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until heated through for the best texture.

Recipe Information

  • Prep time: 15 minutes
  • Cook time: 25 minutes
  • Total time: 40 minutes
  • Servings: 6
  • Difficulty level: Easy

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Cheese Chicken Enchiladas Bake

600kcal
Prep 15 minutes
Cook 25 minutes
Total 40 minutes
A comforting casserole combining shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and zesty seasonings wrapped in flour tortillas and topped with a rich queso sauce, perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners.
Servings 6 servings
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican

Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • 5 pieces burrito size flour tortillas
  • 2.5 cups shredded chicken Rotisserie chicken can be used for added flavor.
  • 0.5 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green chilies
  • 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
  • 1 pound queso blanco Velveeta, cubed

Method

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, taco seasoning, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green chilies. Stir until well mixed, then set aside.
  2. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, add the cubed Velveeta and the undrained diced tomatoes with green chilies. Stir occasionally until the cheese is completely melted and smooth.
  3. Lay the tortillas on a flat surface. Spoon 1/2 to 3/4 cup of the chicken mixture into the center of each tortilla, spread slightly, and roll it up to form a burrito.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Arrange the burritos side by side in a 9x13 casserole dish. Pour the warm queso evenly over the top of the burritos.
  2. Bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes until heated through and bubbly. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving1gCalories600kcalCarbohydrates45gProtein30gFat25gSaturated Fat12gSodium800mgFiber3gSugar3g

Notes

For added crunch and flavor, consider mixing in corn or black olives. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven at 350°F until heated through for the best texture.

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