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Jalapeño Popper Chicken Enchiladas

Jalapeño Popper Chicken Enchiladas: 5 Comforting Secrets

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A flavorful dish combining chicken, jalapeños, and cheese wrapped in tortillas and baked.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced jalapeños
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll tightly.
  4. Place the rolled tortillas in a baking dish seam side down.
  5. Pour enchilada sauce over the top of the tortillas.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted.

Notes

  • Use fresh or pickled jalapeños based on your spice preference.
  • Top with extra cheese for a cheesy finish.
  • Serve with sour cream or guacamole.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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