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Lazy Enchiladas Recipe

Lazy Enchiladas Recipe: Cozy Comfort in Minutes

This Lazy Enchiladas Recipe combines simplicity, versatility, and budget-friendliness for a comforting dinner that's ready in minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tortilla Layer
  • 6 pieces Corn Tortillas Tear into bite-sized pieces for better sauce absorption.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Substitute with shredded leftover turkey or plant-based alternative for vegetarian versions.
  • 0.5 cups Diced Onion Substitute with onion powder as needed.
  • 4 oz Diced Green Chiles Skip for a non-spicy version.
  • 1 tsp Cumin Seasoning to add warmth.
  • 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder Seasoning to enhance flavor.
  • Salt and Pepper Basic seasonings to taste.
For the Sauce
  • 15 oz Enchilada Sauce Main flavor component; avoid overusing to prevent sogginess.
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Mexican Cheese Blend Divided; use Monterey Jack as an alternative.
For Garnish
  • Fresh Cilantro Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lazy Enchiladas Recipe
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a light coating of cooking spray or oil.
  2. Spread half of the torn corn tortilla pieces evenly across the bottom of the greased baking dish, then pour half of the enchilada sauce over it.
  3. Distribute the cooked chicken evenly over the tortillas, followed by the diced onion and green chiles. Sprinkle the cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Top with the remaining tortilla pieces, overlapping them slightly, and drizzle the rest of the enchilada sauce over the top.
  5. Cover the dish with 1½ cups of the Mexican cheese blend, reserving the remaining ½ cup for later.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then add the reserved cheese and bake for an additional 2 minutes.
  7. Let the enchiladas cool for a few minutes before serving, garnishing with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 24gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is adaptable for various tastes and dietary preferences. Feel free to customize it based on your preferences.

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