How long do Chicken Chile Enchiladas take to bake?

When you bake assembled chicken chile enchiladas in a preheated oven (about 350 °F), they typically need 15 to 20 minutes — just long enough for the cheese to melt and bubble and the sauce to heat through.

Can I use store-bought sauce and rotisserie chicken to save time?

Yes — using a store-bought enchilada sauce and pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken makes the recipe much quicker. You’ll still get delicious results without sacrificing flavor.

Should I warm the tortillas before rolling them?

Definitely. Warming or lightly softening the tortillas (corn or flour) helps them bend without cracking — which prevents the filling from falling out or the tortillas from breaking during baking.

How long will leftovers keep, and can I freeze them?

Leftover enchiladas usually stay good in the fridge for 3 to 5 days when stored in an airtight container. You can also freeze unbaked assembled enchiladas; when you’re ready, just thaw (or bake from frozen adding a bit more time) and heat until bubbly.

Chicken Chile Enchiladas: 7 Irresistible Ways to Enjoy Tonight

Name: Chicken Chile Enchiladas
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients: Shredded chicken, cooked; Corn or flour tortillas; Green or red enchilada sauce; Shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese; Chili powder; Ground cumin; Garlic powder; Onion powder; Salt; Black pepper; Diced onion; Diced bell pepper; Cream cheese or sour cream; Fresh cilantro; Fresh lime; Black beans; Diced green chiles

Description

A cozy, flavorful pan of Chicken Chile Enchiladas made with tender shredded chicken, warm tortillas, melted cheese, and vibrant chile sauce for an easy, comforting dinner.

Ingredients

Shredded chicken, cooked
Corn or flour tortillas
Green or red enchilada sauce
Shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
Chili powder
Ground cumin
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Salt
Black pepper
Diced onion
Diced bell pepper
Cream cheese or sour cream
Fresh cilantro
Fresh lime
Black beans
Diced green chiles

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Instructions

Mix shredded chicken with spices and a little chile sauce until evenly coated.
Sauté onions or peppers if using, and fold into the chicken mixture.
Warm tortillas to make them pliable.
Fill each tortilla with chicken mixture and roll tightly.
Place rolled tortillas seam-side down in a baking dish with a thin layer of sauce.
Pour remaining sauce over top and cover with cheese.
Bake until cheese is melted and edges bubble.
Let rest briefly before serving with cilantro, lime, or sour cream.

Notes

Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking.
Let the enchiladas rest after baking for cleaner slices.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 enchilada