Best 4 The Best Red Chicken Enchiladas Recipes

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EASY RED CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Starting with a homemade red sauce, these Tex-Mex enchiladas are faster and easier to make than their Mexican forefathers, but still so delicious. This recipe makes 2 1/2 cups sauce, enough for 4 to 6 individual skillet enchiladas or 1 regular baking dish. Garnish with sour cream and guacamole.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted     Breasts

Time 1h

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup diced onion
½ teaspoon salt, or more to taste
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, or more as needed
2 tablespoons ground ancho chile powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon chipotle chile powder
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 pinch ground cinnamon
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 ½ cups chicken broth
3 (5 inch) corn tortillas
½ teaspoon vegetable oil
⅔ cup shredded cooked chicken
⅔ cup pepper Jack cheese
⅓ cup chopped cilantro
⅓ cup chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Melt butter with olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and salt; cook and stir until onion starts to turn golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in flour, chile powder, cumin, chipotle powder, black pepper, oregano, cayenne, and cinnamon. Cook and stir until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add tomato paste and mix until fully combined. Pour in chicken broth and whisk until smooth.
  • Increase heat to high and bring sauce to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors come together, about 10 minutes. Taste and season as desired. Blend sauce with an immersion blender.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Lightly brush tortillas with oil. Heat a small cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Heat tortillas until flexible, about 30 seconds per side.
  • Cover the bottom of the skillet with a scoop of enchilada sauce. Place a tortilla on top and add 1/2 of the chicken, 1/3 of the Jack cheese, and 1/2 the cilantro and green onions. Spoon on more sauce and repeat layers, finishing with sauce and the remaining cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese melts and sauce is bubbling, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1376.5 calories, Carbohydrate 79.5 g, Cholesterol 240.5 mg, Fat 92.8 g, Fiber 10.8 g, Protein 59 g, SaturatedFat 36.9 g, Sodium 5142.3 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

EASY CREAMY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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This enchilada dish is sure to be a new family favorite; it is simple to put together and also perfect for leftovers . . . if you ever have any!

Provided by Old El Paso

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Old El Paso®

Time 50m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (10 ounce) can Old El Paso® Red Enchilada Sauce
2 ½ cups shredded deli rotisserie chicken
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 (1 ounce) package fajita seasoning mix*
10 Old El Paso® flour tortillas for soft tacos & fajitas (6 inch)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray. Spread 1/4 cup of the enchilada sauce in bottom of baking dish.
  • In medium bowl, mix chicken, 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese, the cream cheese and seasoning mix with spoon, breaking apart cream cheese cubes. Spoon slightly less than 1/2 cup filling onto each tortilla. Roll up each tortilla tightly; place seam side down in baking dish. Drizzle with remaining enchilada sauce. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese.
  • Cover with foil; bake 15 minutes. Uncover and bake 15 minutes longer or until bubbly and lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 644 calories, Carbohydrate 31.9 g, Cholesterol 139.5 mg, Fat 41.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 20.4 g, Sodium 1411.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

THE ABSOLUTE BEST CHICKEN ENCHILADA RECIPE YOU'LL EVER TRY...



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I came across this recipe about three years ago on TOH's website. It originally called for 10 flour tortillas (6 inches), but I found my alteration to the recipe to be much better. I have also substituted on occasion pintos for black beans, and used Pace Picante sauce instead of the salsa. This recipe has become a staple at my house.

Provided by Layla Noel

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce, divided
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1 1/2 cups salsa
2 cups shredded chicken
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
8 extra 10-inch flour tortillas
1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
shredded lettuce, chopped tomato, sour cream, and black olives

Steps:

  • Spoon 1/2 cup enchilada sauce into a greased 13" x 9" baking dish. In a large saucepan, cook and stir the cream cheese and salsa over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until blended. Stir in the chicken, beans, and chilies.
  • Place about 6 tablespoons of chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place the enchiladas seam side down over sauce. Top with remaining enchilada sauce; sprinkle with cheese.
  • Cover and bake at 350F for 25-30 minutes or until cheese has melted and the enchilidas are heated through. Serve with lettuce, tomato, sour cream and olives if desired.

CREAMY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS WITH RED SAUCE



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This is a recipe I got from my mom. I have changed it a litte over the years. My family requests it a least once a month.

Provided by kathesoza

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless chicken breasts
1 (19 ounce) can enchilada sauce
2 (8 ounce) packages of kraft Mexican blend cheese
1 (10 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
2 (1 ounce) packages mccormick taco seasoning
10 flour tortillas
1 (12 ounce) can jalapeno peppers (optional)
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth

Steps:

  • In medium Skillet put a little Veggie Oil in and Cook Chicken.
  • Shred Chicken and combine it with seasoning and Cream of Chicken cook in skillet for another 10 min on Medium.
  • Add 1 package of Cheese to Chicken and cook just enough to start melting.
  • Get baking dish and pour half of enchallada sauce so it just cover the bottom of the dish.
  • Take Chicken mixture and divide evenly in to your Tortilla shells.
  • Fold over and place seam at bottom of the dish.
  • Take the rest of the enchilada sauce and pour over the dish.
  • Take the other package of cheese and spread over dish.
  • This were you can top it with Jalapeno's if you wish.
  • Bake for 20 minutes at 350 just enough to melt cheese.

### Tips - To make your enchiladas even more flavorful, try marinating the chicken in a mixture of lime juice, olive oil, and seasonings for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - If you don't have any enchilada sauce on hand, you can easily make your own by simmering together tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, and oregano. - To prevent your enchiladas from becoming soggy, be sure to drain the excess sauce from the chicken before filling them. - If you're using corn tortillas, be sure to soften them in warm water before filling and rolling them. This will help to prevent them from cracking. - To make your enchiladas even cheesier, top them with a generous amount of shredded cheese before baking. - For a crispy topping, sprinkle some shredded cheese on top of the enchiladas before baking. - To add a bit of spice to your enchiladas, add some chopped jalapeños to the filling. - To make your enchiladas even more flavorful, add some chopped onions and cilantro to the filling. - To make your enchiladas even more hearty, add some cooked rice or beans to the filling. - To make your enchiladas even more delicious, serve them with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, and salsa. ### Conclusion Red chicken enchiladas are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following the tips above, you can make sure that your enchiladas are flavorful, cheesy, and crispy. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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