Best 7 Speedy Cheese And Chicken Enchiladas Recipes

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Are you seeking a mouthwatering and speedy recipe that combines the creamy savoriness of cheese with the tender texture of chicken, all wrapped in a soft tortilla? Then, look no further than "Speedy Cheese and Chicken Enchiladas"! This delightful dish is not only quick and easy to prepare, but it will also tantalize your taste buds with every bite. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey where melted cheese, juicy chicken, and a blend of zesty seasonings come together to create a symphony of flavors.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

FIESTA-READY EASY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Quick and easy creamy chicken enchiladas are sure to be a family favorite.

Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Reynolds®

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 sheet Reynolds Wrap® 18-inch Wide Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil
2 ½ cups chopped cooked chicken
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream, divided
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup chopped cilantro
12 (6 inch) flour tortillas
1 ½ cups salsa

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large baking pan with Reynolds Wrap® 18-inch Wide Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil. Grease or spray foil to prevent sticking. Combine chicken and soup with half of sour cream, cheese and cilantro.
  • Spoon 1/4 cup chicken mixture down center of each tortilla roll up. Place, seam sides down, in foil lined pan. Top with salsa and remaining cheese. Cover with foil.
  • Bake 15 minutes remove foil. Continue baking 10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with cilantro and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 566.6 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Cholesterol 94.3 mg, Fat 29.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 31.8 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 1361.3 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS WITH CREAM CHEESE



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Creamy chicken enchiladas your family and friends will love!

Provided by Chrissy008

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican     Main Dishes     Enchilada Recipes     Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
1 cup chunky salsa
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 cups shredded, cooked chicken
8 (8 inch) flour tortillas
1 (15 ounce) can enchilada sauce
½ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil, then spray with cooking spray.
  • Combine salsa and cream cheese in a large pan over medium heat; cook and stir until cream cheese has melted and mixture is creamy and thoroughly combined, 3 to 5 minutes. Add chicken and cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Spoon chicken mixture into tortillas and roll into enchiladas. Place, seam-side down, on the prepared baking sheet. Top with enchilada sauce.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Top with Mexican cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, 5 to 10 minutes more. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.8 calories, Carbohydrate 33.7 g, Cholesterol 70.6 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 706.2 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

CHEESE AND CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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This Southwestern favorite relies on the microwave to make fast work out of dinner. Easy and mild, they're perfect for the whole family. -Christine Taylor of Greenfield, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 package (9 ounces) frozen diced cooked chicken breast, thawed and chopped
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1/4 cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
6 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
4 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1/2 cup diced fresh tomato, divided
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine onion and garlic. Cover and microwave on high for 30-60 seconds or until onion is tender, stirring twice. Stir in the chicken, cream cheese, green chilies, broth, chili powder and cumin. Cover and microwave on high for 45-90 seconds or until cream cheese is melted, stirring twice., Spoon about 1/3 cup down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down in an ungreased microwave-safe 8-in. square dish. , In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the process cheese, 1/4 cup tomato and milk. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 30-60 seconds or until cheese is melted, stirring twice; drizzle over enchiladas. Top with remaining tomato. Microwave enchiladas, uncovered, on high for 45-90 seconds or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 676 calories, Fat 32g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 1549mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

SIMPLE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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This recipe is so quick and easy, and I always receive a ton of compliments. It quickly becomes a favorite of friends whenever I share the recipe. Modify the spiciness with the intensity of the salsa and the green chilis to suit your taste. -Kristi Black, Harrison Township, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce, divided
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1-1/2 cups salsa
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
10 flour tortillas (6 inches)
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
Optional: Shredded lettuce, chopped tomato, sour cream and sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • Spoon 1/2 cup enchilada sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large saucepan, cook and stir the cream cheese and salsa over medium heat until blended, 2-3 minutes. Stir in the chicken, beans and chiles. , Place about 1/3 cup chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down over sauce. Top with remaining enchilada sauce; sprinkle with cheese. , Cover and bake at 350° until heated through, 25-30 minutes. If desired, serve with lettuce, tomato, sour cream and olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 1394mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

CHEESY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: shredded chicken, enchilada sauce, cheese blend, tortillas, sour cream, fresh cilantro

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Snacks

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup shredded chicken, leftover
1 cup enchilada sauce, divided
1 cup cheese blend, divided
5 tortillas
sour cream, to serve
fresh cilantro, to serve

Steps:

  • Mix the chicken, half of the enchilada sauce, and half of the cheese blend in a bowl.
  • Wrap the tortillas in a paper towel and microwave for 30 seconds.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Place the chicken on the tortilla and roll tightly.
  • Place the enchiladas in a baking pan and top with remaining sauce and cheese.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, or until cheese has melted.
  • Top with sour cream and cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 746 calories, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 45 grams, Sugar 9 grams

SPEEDY CHEESY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Make and share this Speedy Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KC_hockey_chick

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon oil
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1/4 cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
4 ounces Philadelphia Cream Cheese
6 inches flour tortillas
1/4 lb cubed Velveeta cheese
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 cup salsa

Steps:

  • In a large skillet combine onion, garlic and oil, saute until onions are clear.
  • Stir in chicken, chilis, broth, and seasonings, heat for 4 mintues.
  • Add cream cheese and stir until melted.
  • Spoon 1/3 cup chicken on each tortilla, roll up, place seam side down in square microwave/oven safe dish.
  • Melt Velveeta and salsa 2-3 minutes.
  • Pour over tortillas, can top with more salsa.
  • Heat 6-8 minutes in microwave or 10 minutes in 350 oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271, Fat 17.1, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 71.4, Sodium 590.2, Carbohydrate 11.5, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 4, Protein 18.1

SPEEDY CHEESE AND CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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These yummy enchiladas are my daughter's favorite AND this has to be one of my all-time favorite recipes for OAMC - So very quick-to-make and freezes beautifully! Just double wrap the entire 9x13" baking dish after assembly, freeze it, and later thaw the dish full of enchiladas in the refrigerator for several hours then bake. It's that easy!

Provided by Debs Recipes

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Yield 8 enchiladas

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups diced cooked chicken
1 (15 ounce) can green enchilada sauce, divided
3 ounces cream cheese, cut into small cubes
1 teaspoon cumin
2 cups grated Mexican blend cheese, divided
8 flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Sauté onion in olive oil until tender; add chicken, 1/4 cup enchilada sauce, cream cheese, and cumin; cook and stir until cream cheese is melted; stir in 1 cup of grated cheese then remove from heat.
  • Divide chicken mixture among tortillas, placing an equal portion onto each; roll enchiladas up tightly and place seam side down in a 9x13" baking dish that has been lightly sprayed with no-stick cooking spray; top with remaining enchilada sauce and grated cheese.
  • Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and enchiladas are heated through.
  • NOTE: Two cups diced cooked chicken is equal to about one pound uncooked meat.

Tips:

  • For a crispier tortilla, lightly fry them in a pan with a little oil before filling and baking.
  • Use a variety of cheeses to create a more flavorful enchilada. A good combination is cheddar, Monterey Jack, and mozzarella.
  • Add some spice to your enchiladas by using a spicy salsa or chili sauce. You can also add some diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
  • To make your enchiladas more filling, add some cooked beans, rice, or vegetables.
  • Serve your enchiladas with a dollop of sour cream, guacamole, and pico de gallo.

Conclusion:

Cheese and chicken enchiladas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give these cheese and chicken enchiladas a try.

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