Easy Chicken Enchiladas

Gluten Free
Health score
24%
Easy Chicken Enchiladas
50 min.
4
697kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your lunch or dinner with a delicious and satisfying dish? Look no further than these Easy Chicken Enchiladas! Perfectly gluten-free and packed with flavor, this recipe is a fantastic way to enjoy a classic Mexican favorite without any of the hassle. In just 50 minutes, you can create a mouthwatering meal that serves four, making it ideal for family gatherings or a cozy night in.

The combination of tender shredded chicken, zesty jalapenos, and gooey Monterey Jack cheese wrapped in warm corn tortillas is simply irresistible. The homemade sauce, made from whole tomatoes and a blend of spices, adds a rich depth of flavor that elevates this dish to new heights. Plus, with a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, you can indulge without the guilt!

Whether you're looking for a hearty main course or a delightful lunch option, these Easy Chicken Enchiladas are sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to enjoy a meal that’s not only easy to make but also bursting with authentic taste. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon canola oil 
  • small onion finely chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  •  jalapeno finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon chili powder 
  • 28 ounces canned tomatoes whole canned
  • serving coarse mustard 
  • teaspoon juice of lime fresh
  • 6-inch corn tortillas (es)
  • pound chicken shredded skinless cooked
  • 12 ounces monterrey jack cheese shredded
  • tablespoons jalapeño peppers minced

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
  2. Add onion, garlic, jalapeno, and chili powder; cook until onion is translucent, 8 minutes.
  3. Add tomatoes and 1/2 cup water to saucepan; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, gently crushing tomatoes with a wooden spoon, until sauce is thickened, 15 to 20 minutes.
  4. Add lime juice.
  5. Let sauce cool completely before storing.
  6. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; warm each tortilla, about 10 seconds per side. Divide chicken, 3 cups cheese, and pickled jalapenos among tortillas; roll tightly.
  7. Place seam sides down in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  8. When ready to bake, preheat oven to 450 degrees. Top with sauce and remaining cup cheese.
  9. Bake until cheese is melted and tortillas heated through, 6 minutes or longer if refrigerated. For a crisper top, broil 1 to 2 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts

Calories697kcal
Protein30.85%
Fat49.61%
Carbs19.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.63
Glycemic Load
10.69
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
29.545217203057%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.11mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Isorhamnetin
0.88mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
4.74mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:696.55kcal
34.83%
Fat:38.67g
59.49%
Saturated Fat:18.85g
117.8%
Carbohydrates:34.29g
11.43%
Net Carbohydrates:28.39g
10.32%
Sugar:6.65g
7.39%
Cholesterol:160.74mg
53.58%
Sodium:1002.83mg
43.6%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:54.1g
108.21%
Phosphorus:806.26mg
80.63%
Calcium:760.04mg
76%
Selenium:44.28µg
63.25%
Vitamin B3:11.32mg
56.61%
Vitamin B6:0.92mg
46.23%
Vitamin B2:0.65mg
38.44%
Zinc:5.31mg
35.39%
Vitamin C:25.02mg
30.32%
Magnesium:110.14mg
27.54%
Iron:4.74mg
26.35%
Potassium:851.03mg
24.32%
Fiber:5.9g
23.62%
Vitamin A:1095.46IU
21.91%
Manganese:0.4mg
20.14%
Vitamin B12:1.03µg
17.25%
Vitamin E:2.55mg
16.98%
Copper:0.33mg
16.47%
Vitamin B5:1.64mg
16.36%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.82%
Vitamin K:11.91µg
11.34%
Folate:44.69µg
11.17%
Vitamin D:0.51µg
3.4%