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Rotisserie Chicken Enchiladas

Quick and flavorful enchiladas made with rotisserie chicken, cheese, and enchilada sauce, perfect for a homemade meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1 can (15 oz) enchilada sauce
  • 8 pieces corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained (optional) Optional ingredient
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust as per taste
  • for garnish Fresh cilantro Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, half of the cheese, black beans (if using), diced onion, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Warm the tortillas in the microwave to make them pliable.
  4. Spoon a portion of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, roll them up, and place them seam-side down in a baking dish.
  5. Pour the enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve hot.
  2. Serve the enchiladas with additional fresh cilantro, sour cream, or avocado as desired. They pair well with a side salad or rice.

Notes

Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite ingredients, like bell peppers, corn, or different types of beans. For extra spice, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the chicken mixture. You can make these enchiladas vegetarian by omitting the chicken and increasing the amount of beans and vegetables.