Uncle Johnny'S Enchiladas

Prep: 20 min Cook: 90 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: Mexican

Uncle Johnny's Enchiladas feature tender tortillas filled with chili and cheese, baked in flavorful enchilada sauce. Perfect for comforting family dinners or gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 package corn tortillas
  • 2 cans enchilada sauce (hot and mild)
  • 1/2 can water
  • 2 cans chili
  • 1 1/2 lb grated Colby longhorn cheese

Instructions

  1. Mix enchilada sauce and water in a shallow skillet.
  2. Heat to medium warm.
  3. Mix chilies and cheese in a container.
  4. Dip each tortilla in enchilada sauce, leaving excess sauce in the pan.
  5. Place the tortilla on a plate and put 1 tablespoon of chili and a small amount of cheese down the middle.
  6. Roll up the tortilla and place it in a 9x13 baking pan.
  7. Continue dipping, filling, and rolling until the pan is full and packed together.
  8. Mix remaining enchilada sauce with chili.
  9. Pour the chili and sauce mixture over the assembled enchiladas.
  10. Sprinkle with cheese, covering the top.
  11. Cover with aluminum foil.
  12. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 1 1/2 hours.
  13. Serve with corn chips, hot peppers, and salsa.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

89 kcal 4% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3g 6% DV
Total Fat 1.8g 2% DV
Carbs 15.7g 6% DV
Fiber 2.5g 9% DV
Sugar 1.2g 2% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 260.8mg 11% DV
Potassium 137.8mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 2.3mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 14.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 0.1mg
Calcium 32.8mg 3% DV
Iron 0.8mg 5% DV
Diet fit Low-carb Under 400 cal Low-fat
Contains Milk

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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