Yummy Tex-Mex Chicken Enchiladas

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken or 1 1/2 cups turkey
  • 1 cup picante sauce
  • 3 ounces cream cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onion
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed oregano leaves (optional)
  • 1 1/2 1 1/2 cups colby or 1 1/2 cups mild cheddar cheese
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • shredded lettuce (optional)
  • radish, slices (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine first six ingredients in skillet.
  2. Warm over low heat until cream cheese is melted, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese and melt.
  4. Spoon small amount (about 1/3 cup) down center of each tortilla; roll up and place seam-side down in lightly greased 12 x 7 inches.
  5. baking dish.
  6. Spoon remaining picante sauce over enchiladas, cover with remaining cheese.
  7. Bake at 350°F for about 15 minutes or until heated through.
  8. Garnish with lettuce, radishes, and olives if desired.
  9. ENJOY!

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

488 kcal 24% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 22.1g 44% DV
Total Fat 28.1g 36% DV
Carbs 47.9g 17% DV
Fiber 16.1g 57% DV
Sugar 3.8g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 935mg 41% DV
Potassium 1082mg 23% DV
Cholesterol 60.3mg 20% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 305.8mcg 34% DV
Vitamin C 8.2mg 9% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 2% DV
Calcium 877.3mg 67% DV
Iron 27.9mg 100% DV

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

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