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A vibrant plate of chicken and chile enchiladas topped with golden melted Kraft natural cheese, garnished with fresh cilantro and red chile slices, served alongside sides of sour cream and sliced jalapenos on a rustic wooden table

Creamy Chicken and Chile Enchiladas with Melted Kraft Cheese

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A hearty and flavorful dish of rolled chicken and chile enchiladas baked with melted cheese, perfect for a comforting dinner.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup Chile enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup Kraft Natural Cheese, shredded
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
  • Sliced red chiles for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté diced onion and garlic until translucent.
  3. Add shredded chicken to the skillet and mix well.
  4. Warm tortillas slightly to make rolling easier.
  5. Spread a spoonful of enchilada sauce on each tortilla, then add some chicken mixture, roll up tightly.
  6. Place rolled tortillas seam-side down in a baking dish.
  7. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with shredded Kraft cheese.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  9. Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced red chiles before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute cooked turkey or beef for chicken.
  • For extra spice, add diced jalapenos to the filling.
  • Serve with sour cream and guacamole for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Baking and sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Nut-free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 450 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg