Creamy Queso Chicken Enchiladas for Effortless Family Dinners Recipe
Creamy Queso Chicken Enchiladas are a delicious and easy-to-make family dinner option featuring tender shredded chicken mixed with taco seasoning, sour cream, cheddar cheese, and green chilies, all rolled in tortillas and smothered in a warm, creamy Velveeta and tomato queso sauce before baking to bubbly perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients
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Filling
- 2 cups Shredded Chicken (can substitute with shredded beef or turkey)
- 1 packet Taco Seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup Sour Cream (Greek yogurt as a healthier substitute)
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for a spicy twist)
- 1 can Chopped Green Chilies (diced jalapeños for more heat)
Queso Sauce
- 1 package Velveeta Cheese
- 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies (fresh tomatoes or tomato sauce as alternatives)
Additional
- 8 Tortillas (gluten-free tortillas can be used)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the enchiladas after assembly.
- Make the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, taco seasoning, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green chilies. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Prepare the Queso Sauce: Place the Velveeta cheese and undrained diced tomatoes with green chilies into a saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir frequently and melt until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Assemble Enchiladas: Lay each tortilla flat and spoon about ½ to ¾ cup of the chicken mixture onto the center. Roll each tortilla tightly around the filling to form enchiladas.
- Arrange in Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish. Place the rolled enchiladas seam side down in the dish, arranging them close together.
- Add Queso Sauce: Pour the warm queso sauce evenly over the arranged enchiladas, making sure each one is well-coated with the creamy mixture.
- Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly on top.
Notes
- For a spicier version, substitute chopped green chilies with diced jalapeños.
- Greek yogurt can be used instead of sour cream for a healthier option.
- Gluten-free tortillas make this recipe suitable for those with gluten intolerance.
- You can substitute shredded chicken with beef or turkey depending on preference.
- Use Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese instead of cheddar for varying flavors.
Keywords: creamy queso chicken enchiladas, chicken enchiladas, cheesy enchiladas, family dinner, Mexican casserole
