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Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas

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A delightful twist on traditional enchiladas featuring tender chicken, creamy cream cheese, and spices in soft tortillas topped with savory sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or Cheddar)
  • 1 cup salsa (mild, medium, or spicy)
  • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 1 can (10 ounces) red enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup diced onions (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, half of the shredded cheese, salsa, taco seasoning, and diced onions in a large mixing bowl until well mixed.
  3. Assemble one tortilla with about 1/3 cup of the filling, roll it tightly, and place it seam-side down in a greased baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
  4. Pour the red enchilada sauce evenly over the assembled enchiladas and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  5. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving and let them cool for a few minutes.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with beans or sautéed vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: enchiladas, chicken, cream cheese, Mexican, dinner, easy recipe

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