Description
Experience the vibrant taste of enchiladas rojas, a delightful Mexican dish that brings together tender corn tortillas, succulent chicken, and rich red sauce, topped with melted cheese. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights, this easy-to-make recipe will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With its bold flavors and colorful presentation, it’s sure to become a favorite at your dinner table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup red enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the enchilada sauce by heating it in a saucepan over medium heat; add spices like cumin and garlic powder for extra flavor.
- Sauté chopped onions in a skillet with oil until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Assemble enchiladas by placing chicken and sautéed onions in each tortilla, drizzling with enchilada sauce before rolling tightly.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place rolled enchiladas seam-side down in a baking dish, pour remaining sauce on top, and sprinkle with cheeses.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg