These queso chicken enchiladas are loaded with tender chicken, wrapped in tortillas, and smothered in a rich, creamy queso sauce—perfect comfort food for dinner!
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–5)
For filling:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup onion (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup bell peppers (optional)
- 1 tsp taco seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
For enchiladas:
- 8 small tortillas (corn or flour)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
For queso sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare filling
- Mix shredded chicken with onion, peppers, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper
2. Make queso sauce
- Melt butter in a pan
- Add flour → cook 1 minute
- Slowly whisk in milk
- Cook until thick
- Add cheese + spices → stir until smooth
3. Assemble enchiladas
- Add chicken filling to tortillas
- Roll and place in a greased baking dish
4. Add sauce
- Pour queso sauce over enchiladas
- Sprinkle extra cheese on top
5. Bake
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes
- Until bubbly and golden
💡 Tips for Best Flavor
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience
- Warm tortillas before rolling (prevents breaking)
- Add green chilies for extra flavor
- Don’t overfill tortillas
🔥 Variations
- Spicy: Add jalapeños or hot sauce
- Healthy: Use low-fat milk + reduced cheese
- Beef Version: Use ground beef instead of chicken
- Green Enchiladas: Add salsa verde
🍽️ Serve With
- Rice or beans 🍚
- Salad 🥗
- Guacamole 🥑
- Salsa 🍅
⚖️ Approx Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~400–500
- Protein: ~25–30g
- Carbs: ~30–40g
- Fat: ~20–30g
🧮 WW (Weight Watchers) Points (Approx)
- 8–12 points per serving
👉 Lower points:
- Use low-fat cheese
- Use whole wheat tortillas
- Reduce sauce amount
❓ FAQs
Can I make ahead?
Yes—assemble and refrigerate, then bake.
Can I freeze?
Yes—freeze before baking.
Why are tortillas breaking?
Warm them before rolling.