Description
Indulge in the creamy, spicy goodness of Jalapeño Popper Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas! Perfect for game nights or family dinners, these enchiladas combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, and jalapeños, all enveloped in soft tortillas and topped with a luscious sauce. Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors that will leave your guests clamoring for more. Easy to prepare and fully customizable, this recipe is not only crowd-pleasing but also great for meal prep or leftovers. Elevate your dining experience with this irresistible dish that’s sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup diced jalapeños
- 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 8 flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and salt until well mixed.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together chicken broth and flour until smooth. Stir in sour cream (or Greek yogurt) and optional chili powder until slightly thickened.
- Pour the sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg