Enchiladas Rojas
Indulge in the rich flavors of enchiladas rojas, a delightful Mexican dish that combines soft corn tortillas with savory fillings and a vibrant red sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe promises to warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 corn tortillas
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack and cheddar mix)
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a saucepan, combine tomato sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and lime juice over medium heat until bubbling.
- Assemble enchiladas by filling each tortilla with shredded chicken and chopped onions. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in a baking dish coated with some enchilada sauce.
- Pour remaining sauce over the rolled enchiladas and sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg