One-Serving Chicken Enchiladas

Baking dish; Medium bowl; Measuring cups; Measuring spoons; Knife; Cutting board

10 minutes

35 minutes

Mexican

Chicken, Enchiladas, Mexican, Dinner, One-Serving

Main Course

Baking

Gluten Free

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1/2 cup cooked chicken, shredded or diced

1/4 cup red enchilada sauce

1/4 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed

2 tablespoons diced onion

2 tablespoons diced bell pepper (any color)

2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

2 small (6

inch) flour tortillas

2 tablespoons shredded cheese of your choice (cheddar, Monterey Jack, etc.)

Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a baking dish with cooking spray or oil.

In a medium bowl, combine chicken, enchilada sauce, black beans, onion, bell pepper, cilantro leaves, cumin and garlic powder. Mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Place one tortilla in the baking dish and spread half of the chicken mixture over it. Sprinkle with half of the cheese. Place the second tortilla on top and spread the remaining chicken mixture over it. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Bake for 25 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly and edges of tortillas are golden brown. Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as sour cream or guacamole!

Calories – 400; Fat – 16g; Carbohydrates – 36g; Protein – 28g

Enjoy a delicious Mexican-style dinner with this easy one-serving recipe for Chicken Enchiladas! This dish is made with cooked chicken combined with red enchilada sauce and black beans before being topped with cheese and baked in the oven until golden brown and bubbly! Serve hot with your favorite toppings for an amazing meal!

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Tamales, a dish made from masa (a dough made from corn) filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables, is a traditional Mexican dish often served during celebrations.