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Stacked Chicken Enchiladas

This dish involves layering tortillas with shredded roasted chicken, cheese, and smoky pepper sauce, then baking until bubbly and golden. The result is a crispy-edged, cheesy casserole-like meal with flavorful layers that are scooped or served with spoonfuls.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups shredded roasted chicken preferably cooked and shredded
  • 8 small tortillas preferably corn or flour
  • 2 cups che shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a mix
  • 1 cup smoky pepper sauce such as chipotle in adobo
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Mixing spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it shimmers and begins to smell lightly nutty.
  3. Add the shredded chicken to the skillet and warm it for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through and fragrant.
  4. Pour the smoky pepper sauce over the chicken, stirring to evenly coat and allow it to simmer gently for another 2 minutes, filling the kitchen with a smoky aroma.
  5. Lay one tortilla flat in the prepared baking dish, then spoon a portion of the chicken mixture over it, spreading evenly.
  6. Sprinkle a generous handful of shredded cheese over the chicken layer.
  7. Repeat the layering process—tortilla, chicken, cheese—until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cheese on top.
  8. Cover the dish loosely with foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to crisp the cheese edges and develop a golden crust on top.
  10. Once out of the oven, let the layered enchiladas rest for a few minutes to settle before serving.
  11. Scoop portions onto plates, enjoying the layers of cheesy chicken between crispy tortillas and smoky sauce.

Notes

Feel free to customize with other toppings like sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, or sour cream.