Best 5 Chicken Enchiladas From Southern Living Recipes

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CHICKEN ENCHILADAS (FROM SOUTHERN LIVING)



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A fresh offering of this popular dish which I've slightly adapted to shorten the prep time and allow for it to be made ahead. Makes a beautiful presentation!

Provided by quikgourmet

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 55m

Yield 7 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, thinly sliced (or diced if you prefer smaller pieces of onion)
10 ounces precooked chicken breasts, chopped into bite-size pieces (southwestern flavor, if available)
1/2 cup roasted red pepper, diced
2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, cubed
4 (4 1/2 ounce) cans diced green chilies, drained
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
1/2 cup salsa
7 (7 inch) flour tortillas
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add onions and cook 20 minutes or until tender. Reduce heat to low; add chopped chicken, roasted pepper, and cream cheese. Stir until combined; set aside.
  • Pulse chiles and next 5 ingredients in blender or food processor several times until combined.
  • Bring chile mixture and chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan over high heat; cook 5 minutes or until slightly thickened. (Mixture should be the consistency of a thin gravy.) Remove from heat and stir in salsa.
  • Spread one half of the chile mixture on bottom of a lightly greased 13x9 baking dish.
  • Spoon chicken mixture evenly down center of each tortilla; roll up and place, seam side down, in prepared baking dish. Top with remaining chile mixture, spreading to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake at 375 for 20 to 25 minutes or until bubbly.

CREAMY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS RECIPE



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This easy and flavorful main dish recipe comes together in a flash.

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Yield Serves 4 to 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (4.5-oz.) can chopped green chiles, drained
1 (8-oz.) package cream cheese, cut up and softened
3 ½ cups chopped cooked chicken breast
8 (8-inch) flour tortillas
2 (8-oz.) packages Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
2 cups whipping cream

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; add onion, and sauté 5 minutes. Add green chiles; sauté 1 minute. Stir in cream cheese and chicken; cook, stirring constantly, until cream cheese melts.
  • Spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons chicken mixture down center of each tortilla. Roll up tortillas, and place, seam side down, in a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese, and drizzle with whipping cream.
  • Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes.

SOUTHERN LIVING 1986 CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Someone made the most delicious chicken enchiladas at an Army "Hail and Farewell" and everyone wanted the recipe. It was from the November 1986 Southern Living magazine. The recipe calls for both garlic and onions which I omit due to a food allergy. I add two stalks of chopped sauteed celery instead.

Provided by ralanm

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 46m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 chicken breast halves (or a whole chicken)
1 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 (16 ounce) cans tomatoes, undrained (or 1 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes)
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies, undrained
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon cilantro
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sour cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or 2 cups Mexican blend cheese
12 six inch flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a Dutch oven; cover with water and bring to a boil. I add a celery stalk with leaves cut into quarters, several small carrots, a bay leaf and hot pepper to the water. Simmer 45 minutes for the breasts or 1 1/2 hours for whole chicken, until chicken is tender. Remove chicken from broth, and let cool. Remove chicken from bone and chop. Set aside.
  • (You can strain the broth through a colander and save for later).
  • Saute onion and garlic in hot oil until tender; set aside. Place tomatoes in blender and puree (unless you use the crushed tomatoes); add to onions. Add tomatoes sauce, chilis , sugar and seasonings; stir well. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 1 hour. Stir about every 10 minutes. Stir in 3/4 Celsius sour cream.
  • Spoon 2 heaping T. each of chicken and cheddar cheese on tortilla. Roll up tightly and place seam side down in a lightly greased 13" X 9" baking dish.
  • Pour tomato sauce mixture over enchiladas. Bake uncovered at 350 for 40 minutes. Remove from oven, add remaining cheese and bake an additional 5 minutes. Serve with additional sour cream.
  • If you have chopped fresh cilantro top with this.

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS (SOUTHERN LIVING, FEBRUARY 2000)



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Make and share this Chicken Enchiladas (Southern Living, February 2000) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by whipcole_4660585

Categories     Mexican

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups cooked chicken, chopped
2 cups monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded
1/2 cup sour cream
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can green chilies, drained and chopped
1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
8 (8 inch) flour tortillas
vegetable oil cooking spray
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can tomatillo salsa verde
1 tomatoes, diced
1 avocado, chopped
1 green onion, chopped
ripe olives, sliced
cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Stir together first 5 ingredients. Spoon chicken mixture evenly over each tortilla, and roll up. Arrange in a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish. Coat tortillas with vegetable cooking spray.
  • Bake at 350° for 35 to 40 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Stir together sour cream and taco sauce. Spoon over hot enchiladas, and sprinkle with toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 682.4, Fat 38.9, SaturatedFat 17.4, Cholesterol 116.7, Sodium 954.7, Carbohydrate 47.7, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 7.1, Protein 35.5

CHICKEN & SPINACH ENCHILADAS



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From Southern Living - The flavor of this casserole is incredible. Very mild heat. My pre-teen kids love these even with the spinach. Delicious. I hope you all enjoy as much as my family has over the years.

Provided by SouthernSusie

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach
1 cup diced onion
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine, melted
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup, undiluted
3/4 cup milk (2% Milk is fine)
3 (4 ounce) canned diced green chiles, drained
3 (8 ounce) cartons sour cream
3 cups monterey jack cheese, divided
16 flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Place chicken in Dutch oven; add salt and water to cover. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 40 minutes or until tender. Remove chicken, let cool slightly. Dice or shred chicken, set aside.
  • Cook spinach according to package directions; drain well, and reserve 1 cup spinach broth. Set aside.
  • Saute onion in butter in Dutch Oven until tender. Stir in spinach and chicken, set aside.
  • Combine soup, reserved spinach broth, milk, green chiles, sour cream, and half of cheese in bowl; mix well. Stir half of sauce mixture into chicken mixture. Reserve remaining sauce.
  • Spoon chicken mixture evenly down center of each tortilla; roll up tortillas, and place seam side down, in 2 lightly greased 13 X 9 X 2 inch backing dishes. Spoon remaining sauce over tortillas. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 25 minutes (I cook mine about 45 minutes to an hour). Sprinkle with additional cheese, back an additional 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 819.4, Fat 44.8, SaturatedFat 22.7, Cholesterol 207.7, Sodium 1691.3, Carbohydrate 44.3, Fiber 5, Sugar 6, Protein 59.6

Tips:

  • Prep your chicken beforehand: To save time, cook your chicken ahead of time using your preferred method, such as baking, grilling, or poaching. Shred or dice the chicken and set it aside until you're ready to assemble the enchiladas.
  • Use high-quality tortillas: Fresh, pliable tortillas are essential for successful enchiladas. Look for tortillas that are soft and flexible, without any cracks or tears. If you can, buy tortillas from a local tortilleria or Mexican grocery store.
  • Don't overfill your enchiladas: Overfilling the enchiladas will make them difficult to roll and may cause them to fall apart. Aim to fill each tortilla with about 1/4 cup of filling.
  • Use a variety of fillings: Don't be afraid to mix and match different fillings to create your own unique enchiladas. Some popular options include cheese, beans, vegetables, and meat. You can also add a variety of sauces and toppings to customize the flavor.
  • Bake your enchiladas until the cheese is melted and bubbly: This will ensure that the enchiladas are cooked through and that the cheese is melted and gooey. The baking time will vary depending on the type of cheese you use, so be sure to check the recipe for specific instructions.

Conclusion:

Chicken enchiladas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that will be sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give chicken enchiladas a try.

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