🌯 Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella (or Monterey Jack/cheddar blend)
- ½ cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika or chili powder
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
- 8 flour tortillas (or corn tortillas)
- 1 cup enchilada sauce (or white sauce if you want it creamy)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (for topping)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish)
- Optional: cooked bacon bits for extra flavor
Instructions:
- Prepare filling
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stir until creamy and well combined.
- Roll the tortillas
- Place about 2–3 tbsp of the filling in the center of each tortilla.
- Roll them tightly and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Top with sauce & cheese
- Pour enchilada sauce (or a drizzle of white sauce) over the rolled tortillas.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese generously on top.
- Bake
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
- Garnish & serve
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley or cilantro.
- Serve hot with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa on the side.