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Chicken enchilada

Chicken enchilada is a dinner tex-mex recipe with 574 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

574 kcal

Total Time

30 min

Servings

1

Protein

47 g

Ingredients

  • shredded cooked chicken.5 cup
  • red enchilada sauce.5 cup
  • shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese.5 cup
  • 2-3 corn tortillasAs needed

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    Step 2

    In a bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken, 1/4 cup of enchilada sauce, and 1/4 cup of shredded cheese.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Warm the tortillas in the microwave or a dry skillet to make them pliable.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Spoon the chicken mixture evenly down the center of each tortilla.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Roll up the tortillas and place them seam-side down in a small baking dish.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the tortillas and top with the remaining cheese.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Bake for 20 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

574

Protein

47g

Carbs

54g

Fat

18g

Fiber

12g

Micronutrients

Iron

3 mg

Zinc

2.5 mg

Sodium

1200 mg

Calcium

400 mg

Folate

80 mcg

Magnesium

60 mg

Potassium

600 mg

Vitamin C

10 mg

Vitamin A

300 mcg

Vitamin B12

1 mcg

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

Milk

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Chicken enchilada can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chicken enchilada

How many calories are in Chicken enchilada?

Chicken enchilada has about 574 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Chicken enchilada suitable for vegetarians?

No. Chicken enchilada is not vegetarian as written because it includes shredded cooked chicken.

Is Chicken enchilada gluten-free?

Chicken enchilada is not reliably gluten-free as written. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Chicken enchilada?

Yes. This recipe includes Milk. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Chicken enchilada ahead of time?

Chicken enchilada can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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