Creamy Chicken Enchiladas

Health score
2%
Creamy Chicken Enchiladas
40 min.
40
79kcal

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Welcome to a culinary journey that promises to feed a crowd without sacrificing flavor or convenience! These Creamy Chicken Enchiladas are a true masterpiece for anyone who loves comfort food with a modern twist. Imagine the moment you pull the oven door open after baking; the aroma of rich, savory chicken soup mingling with tangy salsa and melted cheeses will instantly transport you to a cozy kitchen gathering. What makes this recipe truly special is its incredible versatility, designed to serve up to forty people, making it the perfect centerpiece for large family reunions, office potlucks, or festive holiday meals where you need to impress without endless hours in the kitchen.

The secret to their undeniable success lies in the velvety, homemade-style filling. By blending condensed cream of chicken soup with succulent chopped chicken, sour cream, and fresh cilantro, you create a luscious mixture that clings perfectly to the flour tortillas, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. The use of both Colby and Monterey Jack cheeses, along with a generous topping of thick and chunky salsa, delivers a harmonious balance of creamy richness and zesty brightness that cuts through the richness beautifully. Unlike traditional enchiladas that can be time-consuming to prepare, this streamlined version comes together in just forty minutes, allowing you to focus on hosting and enjoying the company rather than standing over the stove.

At only 79 calories per serving, these enchiladas are surprisingly guilt-free, proving that you don't have to compromise on taste to maintain a lighter approach to eating. Whether you are looking for a hearty appetizer to start a grand feast or a satisfying main course for a casual snack, this dish delivers big flavors in every bite. So, gather your friends and family, heat up the oven, and prepare to be amazed by a dish that combines ease, affordability, and pure deliciousness into one unforgettable meal.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups colby & monterey jack cheeses shredded divided kraft
  • 10 oz cream of chicken soup reduced-sodium canned
  • 2.5 cups meat from a rotisserie chicken cooked chopped
  • 0.8 cup knudsen cream sour divided
  • 12 6-inch flour tortillas ()
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh divided chopped
  • 1.5 cups taco bellâ® & chunky salsa thick

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F.
  2. Combine chicken, soup, 3/4 cup cheese, 1/2 cup sour cream and 3 Tbsp. cilantro. Spoon about 1/4 cup chicken mixture down center of each tortilla; roll up.
  3. Place, seam sides down, in 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; top with salsa and remaining cheese.
  4. Bake 25 min. or until heated through. Top with remaining sour cream and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Calories79kcal
Protein22.83%
Fat47.18%
Carbs29.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.72
Glycemic Load
1.62
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.852173925094%

Flavonoids

Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:79.42kcal
3.97%
Fat:4.15g
6.39%
Saturated Fat:1.98g
12.37%
Carbohydrates:5.94g
1.98%
Net Carbohydrates:5.45g
1.98%
Sugar:0.92g
1.02%
Cholesterol:14.38mg
4.79%
Sodium:217.8mg
9.47%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.52g
9.04%
Selenium:5.26µg
7.51%
Phosphorus:66.6mg
6.66%
Vitamin B3:1.23mg
6.17%
Calcium:56.24mg
5.62%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.15%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.78%
Iron:0.59mg
3.28%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.21%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.16%
Vitamin A:146.1IU
2.92%
Folate:10.64µg
2.66%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.58%
Potassium:72.11mg
2.06%
Fiber:0.49g
1.97%
Magnesium:7.31mg
1.83%
Vitamin K:1.86µg
1.77%
Copper:0.03mg
1.64%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.59%
Vitamin E:0.19mg
1.27%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.26%