Easy Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas With Corn Tortillas
Craving Mexican food? Try these easy sour cream chicken enchiladas with corn tortillas. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner or for entertaining. These enchiladas are creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. The best part is that they are so simple to make!
Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can (4 oz) chopped green chilies
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 10 corn tortillas
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a bowl, combine the cooked and shredded chicken with the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a separate bowl, mix the enchilada sauce with the sour cream and green chilies.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the tortillas, one at a time, for about 10 seconds on each side until the edges are slightly crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Take each tortilla and fill it with a spoonful of the chicken mixture and a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese. Roll up the tortilla and place it seam-side down in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
- Pour the enchilada sauce mixture over the rolled tortillas, making sure to cover them completely.
- Sprinkle the top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Tips:
- You can use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken for this recipe to save time.
- Don't overfill the tortillas, or they will tear when rolling.
- To make the dish spicier, you can add some chopped jalapeños to the chicken mixture or use a spicier variety of enchilada sauce.
- You can garnish the enchiladas with chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, or sliced avocado for some extra color and flavor.
Conclusion:
These easy sour cream chicken enchiladas with corn tortillas are a crowd-pleaser that you can make in no time. They are perfect for a family dinner or a potluck party. The combination of creamy sour cream, cheesy cheddar, and tangy green chilies is a winner every time. Try this recipe and add it to your regular rotation of easy and delicious Mexican dishes.
