Name: Quick & Easy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe for a Healthy Family Dinner
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: mexican
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked shredded chicken; 8 small tortillas; 2 cups enchilada sauce; 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese; 1 small onion, diced; 1 bell pepper, chopped; 1 cup black beans or corn (optional); fresh cilantro for garnish; lime wedges for garnish

Description

A simple, wholesome enchilada recipe that combines shredded chicken, vegetables, and a light enchilada sauce for a quick weeknight family meal. Ready in about 40 minutes, it’s perfect for busy households.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups cooked shredded chicken

8 small tortillas

2 cups enchilada sauce

1 1/2 cups shredded cheese

1 small onion, diced

1 bell pepper, chopped

1 cup black beans or corn (optional)

fresh cilantro for garnish

lime wedges for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Sauté diced onion and chopped bell pepper in a skillet with a drizzle of olive oil until softened.

3. Stir in shredded chicken, beans or corn if using, and a few tablespoons of enchilada sauce, heating through.

4. Spoon filling onto each tortilla, roll up, and place seam-side down in a baking dish.

5. Pour remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the tortillas and sprinkle shredded cheese on top.

6. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes, then remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

7. Let cool slightly, then garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: main course
Method: baking
Cuisine: mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 enchilada

Keywords: quick and easy chicken enchiladas, healthy family dinner, easy chicken dinner, quick weeknight meals, family dinner ideas, clean eating recipes, best family meals easy dinners