Best 4 Makeover Chicken Cheese Enchiladas Recipes

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Are you craving a delectable and comforting dish that combines the flavors of Mexican cuisine with the goodness of chicken and cheese? Look no further than the irresistible "Makeover Chicken Cheese Enchiladas"! This recipe takes a classic dish to the next level with a twist of unexpected ingredients and simple cooking techniques. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey where tender chicken, melted cheese, and a flavorful sauce come together to create a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you yearning for more. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's dive into the secrets of crafting this delightful dish that is sure to become a family favorite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MAKEOVER CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Mexican food is often loaded with fat and calories. We were able to take this recipe and make it over to be a healthier version you will be proud to serve to your family.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup water
5 teaspoons minced garlic, divided
1 cup finely chopped onion
4 teaspoons canola oil
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies
4 teaspoons chili powder
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon each ground cumin and dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided
1 cup fat-free milk
2 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, divided
12 corn tortillas (6 inches)
1 cup thinly sliced green onion, divided

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring the chicken, water and 2 teaspoons garlic to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Remove chicken; reserve liquid. Cut chicken into thin strips. Set aside., In a nonstick skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add remaining garlic and saute for 1 minute. Add chilies and seasoning; saute 1 minute. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in 1 cup chicken broth, milk and reserved liquid. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in 1 cup cheese until melted. Combine 1 cup of cheese sauce and chicken; set aside., In a large nonstick skillet, heat remaining chicken broth. Dip tortillas, one at a time, in hot broth just until limp, about 4 seconds on each side. Spoon about 1/4 cup mixture down the center of each tortilla; sprinkle with 1 tablespoon green onion. Roll up and place seam side down in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Pour remaining sauce evenly over tortillas. Cover and bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through and bubbly. Sprinkle with remaining cheese; cover an let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish with remaining green onions.

Nutrition Facts :

MAKEOVER CHICKEN CHEESE ENCHILADAS



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This made-over recipe features all the cheesy, savory goodness of the original in a much lighter form. Now Diane Witmer's family in Spencer, Wisconsin, can enjoy these enchiladas for dinner with all the taste, but none of the guilt!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 cups reduced-fat sour cream
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
4 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack or Mexican cheese blend, divided
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided
12 fat-free flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
4 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the sour cream, soup, chilies and olives. Set aside 1-1/2 cups for topping. Add the chicken, 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese to remaining soup mixture. , Spoon about 1/3 cup chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla; roll up tightly. Place seam side down in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with reserved soup mixture. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses; top with onions. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 123mg cholesterol, Sodium 1164mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 46g protein.

HOMEMADE CHICKEN CHEESE ENCHILADAS



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Absolutely DELICIOUS. I found this recipe in a book called, '30-Minute Recipes From Around the World. It is actually tweaked a bit here the way I love it.

Provided by Eyemadreamer

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 8 enchiladas, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 1/4 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies
8 flour tortillas
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup flour
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Cook your chicken with your favorite seasonings, even if just salt and pepper. I personally like to add garlic salt to mine.
  • In a medium bowl, mix chicken, monterey jack cheese and one can of green chilies together.
  • Put equal portions of the mixture onto each tortillas using a big spoon, line them up enclosed side face down in a 9x13 dish.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan, then add flour and stir until it is smoothened. Pour in the broth and when it s boiling, continue to stir until the sauce is thick. Add in the cumin, garlic powder and the last can of green chilies, stir to mix.
  • Pour all over the tortillas and top with cheddar cheese, and now you've got yourself enchiladas!
  • Bake for about 15 minutes in a 375°F oven.

MILD CHEESY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Kids love it! Mild (not spicy) yet flavorful enchiladas featuring typical Tex-Mex flavors. Rico!

Provided by Barbara Hall

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups cubed, cooked chicken meat
¼ cup chopped onion
4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream
8 (8 inch) flour tortillas
1 ½ cups chopped tomatoes
½ cup black olives

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the chicken, onion, 1 cup Cheddar cheese, and 3/4 cup sour cream. Disperse the mixture evenly among the 8 tortillas. Roll into enchiladas, and arrange in single layer in the prepared baking dish.
  • In a saucepan over low heat, melt together the remaining Cheddar cheese and sour cream. Pour over the enchiladas, and top with tomatoes and olives.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Garnish with tomatoes and olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 98.2 mg, Fat 30.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 697.6 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

Tips:

- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. - Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients and flavors. - If you don't have a lot of time, you can use store-bought enchilada sauce. - Be sure to shred the chicken finely so that it evenly distributes throughout the enchiladas. - Use a variety of cheeses in your enchiladas for a more complex flavor. - Top the enchiladas with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.

Conclusion:

Chicken cheese enchiladas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a variety of ingredients and flavors to choose from, there's sure to be an enchilada recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken cheese enchiladas a try. You won't be disappointed!

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