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Crispy Red Sauce Enchiladas

Golden baked enchiladas filled with seasoned chicken and topped with bold red enchilada sauce and melted cheese.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main
Cuisine Mexican, Tex-Mex
Servings 4 people
Calories 410 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

Enchiladas

  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 2 cups red enchilada sauce
  • 1.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 0.5 cup cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease baking dish.
  • Sauté onion and garlic in oil with spices.
  • Mix with chicken and cheese.
  • Fill tortillas, roll, and place in dish.
  • Top with sauce and cheese.
  • Bake uncovered 20–25 minutes until bubbly and crisp.

Notes

Use corn tortillas for best crisp texture.
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