Extra-Rich Chicken Enchiladas
Extra-Rich Chicken Enchiladas deliver tender chicken wrapped in soft tortillas with a plush, tangy cream cheese and tomato-chile sauce, then blanketed in bubbling Cheddar–Jack. The poblano and yellow pepper add gentle heat and sweetness, balancing the lush filling for a comforting bake. Serve this crowd-pleaser for a cozy weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend gathering.
- Prep1 hr 30 mins
- Cook1 hr 20 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Extra-Rich Chicken Enchiladas, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 26 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 52 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 27
- Heart Health
- 58
- Metabolic
- 50
- Digestive
- 27
- Inflammatory
- 45
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- 2
Place the chicken on a large sheet of foil and season with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, and 1/2 teaspoon cumin. Seal the foil around the chicken and set the packet on a rimmed baking sheet.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven until tender and no longer pink in the center, about 50 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Shred the cooked chicken and set it aside. Increase the oven temperature to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- 4
While the chicken cooks, prepare the tortillas. Lightly spread butter on both sides of each tortilla.
- 5
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Toast each tortilla for about 10 seconds per side, then set aside.
- 6
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, poblano pepper, and bell pepper and cook, stirring often, for about 2 minutes. Add the remaining salt, chili powder, and cumin and cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are very tender, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in the tomatoes and cream cheese. Cook, stirring constantly, until the cheese has melted. Remove from the heat and stir in the sour cream and 2 cups Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend. Fold in the shredded chicken.
- 7
Spread about 1 tablespoon refried beans down the center of a tortilla. Add about 1/4 cup chicken filling and roll up to seal. Repeat with the remaining beans and filling. Pour 1/4 cup sauce into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange the enchiladas in a single layer over the sauce. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top and spread to coat evenly. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- 8
Bake in the preheated oven until golden and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving with desired toppings.
- Calories 1212.71 kcal High 61%
- Protein 70.29 g Good Source 141%
- Carbohydrate 77.29 g 28%
- Total Fat 69.99 g High 90%
- Saturated Fat 35.47 g High 177%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 220.32 mg High 73%
- Sodium 2537.95 mg High 110%
- Dietary Fiber 6.88 g Good Source 25%
- Total Sugars 7.72 g --
- Added Sugars 2.15 g Low Source 4%
- Calcium 1320.45 mg Good Source 102%
- Iron 7.42 mg Good Source 41%
- Potassium 660.2 mg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin A 116.71 mcg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin C 19.62 mg Good Source 22%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Extra Rich Chicken Enchiladas is made with 16 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 2 hrs 50 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Butter, Chicken Breast, Chili Powder, and Cream Cheese. Each serving provides about 1212.71 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Extra-Rich Chicken Enchiladas made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Chicken Breast, Chili Powder, Cream Cheese, Diced Onion. The full list of 16 is above.
- How long does it take to make Extra-Rich Chicken Enchiladas?
- About 2 hrs 50 mins in total: 1 hr 30 mins to prepare and 1 hr 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1212.71 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Extra-Rich Chicken Enchiladas easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 16 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Extra-Rich Chicken Enchiladas healthy?
- Extra-Rich Chicken Enchiladas has an easyChef Pro health score of 44/100. Per serving, it provides 1212.71 calories and 70.29 g of protein, or 141% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 2537.95 mg (110% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 35.47 g (177% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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