Spinach and Chicken Enchiladas

Spinach and Chicken Enchiladas
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    40 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    5 People
  • VIEWS
    229

Indulge in the comforting embrace of these enchiladas, where savory chicken and vibrant spinach meld with creamy cheeses in a symphony of Mexican-inspired flavors. A delightful and satisfying dish, perfect for a cozy night in or a festive gathering.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    49 g
  • Cholesterol
    112 mg
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    43 g
  • Saturated Fat
    17 g
  • Sodium
    1296 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    35 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 7 mins Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add green onions and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, until softened and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in diced chicken, spinach, chili powder, black pepper, and salt. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

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Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, sour cream, 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, and 1 cup mozzarella cheese with the chicken mixture. Mix well until thoroughly combined and creamy. Reserve remaining Monterey Jack and mozzarella cheeses for topping. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Warm the flour tortillas: Wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30-45 seconds, or until pliable. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 10 mins Spoon about 3/4 cup of the chicken and spinach filling down the center of each tortilla. Roll tortillas tightly around the filling and place seam-side down in a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Pour enchilada sauce evenly over the filled enchiladas. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese and 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese over the top. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven until the filling is bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly browned, about 25-30 minutes. Let cool for a few minutes before serving. (30 minutes)

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken mixture.
To prevent tortillas from tearing, warm them slightly before filling and rolling.
Feel free to substitute other cheeses, such as cheddar or pepper jack, according to your preference.
If you have leftover rotisserie chicken, it's a great shortcut for this recipe.
These enchiladas can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 76 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Hailee Hegmann

    I added some diced jalapeños to the filling for extra heat, and it was delicious!

  • Noble Swaniawski

    The recipe was easy to follow, and the enchiladas turned out perfectly. I will definitely make these again.

  • Alfred Bode

    So yummy. I made it exactly according to the recipe, and the flavor combination was amazing.

  • Ignacio Towne

    These were a hit! My family loved them, and they were surprisingly easy to make.

  • Elmore Effertz

    I used gluten-free tortillas, and they worked great. A delicious and adaptable recipe!

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