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Jalapeño Popper Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Poultry

Description

Creamy, spicy, and melty jalapeño popper chicken enchiladas for a comforting family meal.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup diced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. Fill each tortilla with about ¼ cup of the chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  4. Whisk together the chicken broth and flour in a saucepan over medium heat until smooth and slightly thickened.
  5. Stir in the sour cream (or Greek yogurt) and chili powder, cooking until slightly thickened and creamy.
  6. Pour the sauce evenly over the enchiladas and sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

These enchiladas can be assembled a day ahead and stored in the fridge. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 640mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg