Cheesy Chicken Jalapeño Enchiladas
These enchiladas are packed with tender chicken, spicy jalapeños, and a melty cheese blend, all wrapped in soft tortillas and smothered in enchilada sauce. It’s comfort food with a kick—perfect for feeding a hungry crew or spicing up your weeknight dinner rotation.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Total Time: 50 min
Ingredients
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 small yellow onions, peeled and diced
4 chicken breasts (2 lbs), boneless, skinless, diced into ½-inch cubes
4 medium jalapeño peppers, finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
½ teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
2 cups red enchilada sauce (homemade or store-bought), divided
16 medium flour tortillas
5 cups shredded cheese (Mexican blend, cheddar, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack)
Fresh cilantro, finely chopped (for garnish)
Sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, heat oil. Sauté onions and jalapeños until soft, about 4 minutes.
Add diced chicken, salt, and pepper. Cook until chicken is no longer pink, 6–8 minutes.
Stir in 1 cup enchilada sauce and 2 cups of the shredded cheese. Mix until cheese melts and everything is combined.
Spoon the mixture evenly into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
Pour remaining 1 cup enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with the rest of the cheese.
Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream.
Notes
Dietary Info: Spicy, cheesy, contains dairy and gluten
Nutrition
- Calories: 480 per serving
- Protein: 30g
Find it online: https://thecomfortspoon.com/cheesy-chicken-jalapeno-enchiladas/