Deliciously Lazy Chicken Enchiladas
one pot meal
If you're in the mood for chicken enchiladas but feeling kinda lazy, this is your solution. Also a great way to use up a leftover roasted chicken.
What you will need
8 Corn Tortillas
1 bunch Green Onions
8 oz. Chicken Breast
8 oz. Enchilada Sauce
1 cup shredded Mexican Blend Cheese
1 tsp Cumin
2 Tbsp Olive Oil
(Nutritional facts 232 calories, 12.74 g fat, 18.72 g carbohydrates, 10.97 g protein, 28 mg cholesterol, 493 mg sodium)How to cook
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It's usually a good idea to gather everything you need before starting a recipe.
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Slice the tortillas into strips, about an inch wide.
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Slice the green onions.
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With all of the ingredients prepared, we can get to the fun part.
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Coat a large skillet with olive oil and place over medium heat.
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When the oil is hot enough to make a tortilla sizzle, add the tortilla strips. Stir frequently, cooking until tortilla strips are lightly toasted.
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Add the cumin and stir to coat.
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Add the pre-cooked and chopped chicken. Stir briefly over heat.
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Pour in the enchilada sauce and stir to mix well. Reduce heat to low and cook briefly until sauce begins to thicken.
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Scatter the shredded cheese over the tortillas. Cover and cook until cheese is melted.
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Garnish with sliced green onions.
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