Making Red Chicken Enchiladas is a delicious and satisfying process. Here’s a simple recipe for you:
**Ingredients:**
- For the Enchilada Sauce:
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
– 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
– 4 tablespoons chili powder
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1 teaspoon salt
- For the Chicken Filling:
– 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
– 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
– 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
– Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Enchiladas:
– 10-12 small flour tortillas
– Additional shredded cheese for topping
– Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
– Sour cream and diced avocado for serving (optional)
**Instructions:**
1. **Prepare the Enchilada Sauce:**
– In a medium saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
– Stir in the flour and chili powder, cooking for about one minute.
– Add the garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and cumin. Cook for an additional minute.
– Gradually whisk in the chicken broth to avoid lumps.
– Simmer the sauce for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.
– Season with salt to taste.
2. **Prepare the Chicken Filling:**
– In a bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, cheese, chopped onion, and cilantro.
– Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. **Assemble the Enchiladas:**
– Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
– Spread a small amount of the enchilada sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
– Spoon the chicken filling onto each tortilla and roll it up. Place the enchiladas seam side down in the baking dish.
– Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas.
– Sprinkle additional cheese on top.
4. **Bake:**
– Bake the enchiladas in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. **Serve:**
– Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
– Serve hot with sour cream and diced avocado on the side if you like.
Enjoy your homemade Red Chicken Enchiladas!