10 Flavorful Chicken Enchilada Recipes

ByRita Sanders

Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas

These rich, creamy white chicken enchiladas are a comforting twist on the classic dish.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas

Cooking method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine shredded chicken and 1 cup of cheese; roll into tortillas and place in a greased baking dish.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan, stir in flour, and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in broth until smooth, and cook until thickened.
  4. Remove from heat, stir in sour cream and chilies.
  5. Pour sauce over enchiladas, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Pineapple Salsa Chicken Enchiladas

Bring a tropical flair to your table with these delicious pineapple salsa chicken enchiladas.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup pineapple salsa
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce

Cooking method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Mix shredded chicken with half of the pineapple salsa and 1 cup of cheese.
  3. Fill tortillas with chicken mixture and arrange in a baking dish.
  4. Pour enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, then top with leftover salsa before serving.

Spicy Chipotle Chicken Enchiladas

These chipotle-infused enchiladas offer a spicy kick that’s perfect for heat lovers.

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 1 can (15 oz) chipotle enchilada sauce
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced jalapeños

Cooking method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine chicken, jalapeños, and 1 cup cheese; fill tortillas and place in baking dish.
  3. Pour chipotle sauce over tortillas and cover with remaining cheese.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and cheese is melted.

Avocado-Lime Chicken Enchiladas

These enchiladas are a refreshing and zesty take, perfect for avocado lovers.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 2 avocados, diced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1 can (10 oz) green enchilada sauce

Cooking method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Mix chicken with avocado and lime juice, fill tortillas, and place in baking dish.
  3. Top with enchilada sauce and mozzarella cheese.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, then serve with extra avocado slices.

BBQ Chicken Enchiladas

These BBQ chicken enchiladas are a smoky, tangy variation that’s sure to please.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce

Cooking method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine chicken with barbecue sauce and 1 cup cheese; fill tortillas and arrange in baking dish.
  3. Pour enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Sweet Potato Chicken Enchiladas

These sweet potato chicken enchiladas are a hearty and healthy twist on a classic favorite.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce

Cooking method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Mix chicken with mashed sweet potatoes and half of the mozzarella cheese.
  3. Fill tortillas with mixture, roll up, and place in baking dish.
  4. Top with enchilada sauce and remaining cheese.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes till bubbly.

Thai Peanut Chicken Enchiladas

Experience the fusion of Mexican and Thai cuisine with these exotic enchiladas.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup Thai peanut sauce
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Cooking method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Toss chicken with peanut sauce, carrots, and cabbage.
  3. Roll into tortillas and place in a greased baking dish.
  4. Top with mozzarella and bake for 25 minutes until heated through.

Greek Yogurt Chicken Enchiladas

These Greek yogurt chicken enchiladas are a healthy yet flavorful option.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup shredded cheese blend (mozzarella and cheddar)
  • 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce

Cooking method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Mix chicken with Greek yogurt and half of the cheese blend.
  3. Fill tortillas and arrange in a baking dish.
  4. Pour enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.

Spinach and Artichoke Chicken Enchiladas

Spinach and artichoke chicken enchiladas combine creamy textures with savory flavors.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup chopped spinach
  • 1 cup chopped artichoke hearts
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 can (10 oz) white enchilada sauce

Cooking method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix chicken, spinach, artichoke hearts, and half of the mozzarella cheese.
  3. Fill tortillas with mixture and place in a baking dish.
  4. Top with white enchilada sauce and remaining cheese.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until heated through.

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