Jalapeño Popper Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas
These Jalapeño Popper Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas combine the creamy, spicy flavors of jalapeño poppers with tender shredded chicken, wrapped in tortillas and baked to cheesy perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2–3 jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8 flour tortillas
- 1 (10 oz) can green enchilada sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, chopped jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Stir in shredded chicken and bacon (if using).
- Spread a spoonful of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Divide the chicken mixture evenly among the tortillas, roll them up, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top of the enchiladas.
- Sprinkle with additional cheese if desired.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the number of jalapeños for desired spice level.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a time-saving option.
- Top with extra bacon or green onions for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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