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Rotisserie Chicken Enchiladas

This streamlined enchilada recipe transforms a store-bought rotisserie chicken into a hearty, comforting main dish, layered with bold flavor and melty cheese. With minimal prep and just one bowl, it’s ideal for busy weeknights.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Keyword: rotisserie chicken enchiladas
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 10 oz cans enchilada sauce
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
  • 1 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
  • 8 burrito-size flour tortillas
  • 1 rotisserie chicken yielding at least 4 cups shredded meat
  • Sour cream for serving
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Cooking spray or oil for greasing

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or oil.
  • Remove the meat from the rotisserie chicken and place it into a large mixing bowl. Aim for at least 4 cups of shredded chicken. For quick shredding, use a hand mixer directly in the bowl.
  • Spread about ½ cup of enchilada sauce across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, using the back of a spoon to coat evenly.
  • To the shredded chicken, add one full 10-ounce can of enchilada sauce, the drained diced tomatoes with green chilies, and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  • Lay a tortilla flat and spoon approximately ½ cup of the chicken mixture into the center. Roll it tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  • Pour the second can of enchilada sauce evenly over the assembled enchiladas. Use a spoon to distribute the sauce across the top. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese over everything.
  • Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20–25 minutes. In the final 5 minutes of baking, remove the foil to allow the cheese to melt fully and the sauce to bubble around the edges.
  • Let the enchiladas rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream and any preferred toppings.

Storage:

  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 1–2 minutes until warmed through.
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