Ingredients and Weight:
- Boneless skinless chicken breasts: 1.5 lbs
- Flour tortillas: 12 (8-inch)
- Chicken broth: 2 cups
- Olive oil: 2 tbsp
- Onion, chopped: 1 medium
- Bell pepper, chopped: 1 medium
- Garlic, minced: 2 cloves
- Ground cumin: 1 tsp
- Ground coriander: 1 tsp
- Cayenne pepper: 1/4 tsp
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Sour cream: 1 cup
- Shredded cheddar cheese: 1 cup
- Pico de gallo: 1 cup
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides. Transfer chicken to a plate and shred it using two forks.
- In the same skillet, add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until softened. Stir in cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Return chicken to the skillet and add chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook until liquid is reduced by half.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place a small amount of chicken filling in the center of each tortilla. Top with sour cream, cheddar cheese, and pico de gallo. Roll up tortillas and place them seam-side down in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving, 1 enchilada)
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 600mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 25g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 20g
Dish Characteristics:
- Cheesy and flavorful
- Savory and satisfying
- Perfect for a crowd
- Can be customized with different fillings and toppings
User Comments:
- "These enchiladas are so flavorful and easy to make. I love that I can customize them with my favorite fillings."
- "The chicken filling is so moist and tender. I could eat these enchiladas every day!"
- "These enchiladas are a hit with my family and friends. They're always asking me to make them."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to cook the chicken until it is cooked through.
- If you don't have chicken broth, you can use vegetable broth or water.
- You can add other fillings to the enchiladas, such as beans, corn, or vegetables.
- Top with your favorite toppings, such as guacamole, salsa, or sour cream.