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Chicken Enchiladas

Chicken Enchiladas

  • Author: Eric
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This easy Chicken Enchiladas recipe features tender shredded chicken wrapped in soft tortillas, smothered with a rich, tangy, and slightly spicy enchilada sauce, and topped with melted plant-based cheese. Smoked turkey bacon and a natural gelling agent provide a perfect balance of smoky, creamy, and comforting flavors. Quick to prepare and customizable with veggies or protein swaps, it makes a perfect family-friendly meal full of warmth and satisfaction.

Ingredients

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Filling

  • 2 cups shredded chicken
  • 4 slices smoked turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 8 soft corn or flour tortillas (gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 cup plant-based cheese, shredded

Enchilada Sauce

  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1/4 cup grape juice
  • 1 tsp natural gelling agent

Garnishes

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Sliced avocado

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken and Smoked Turkey Bacon: Cook and shred the chicken ensuring it stays moist and tender. In a separate pan, crisp the smoked turkey bacon until golden brown to add a smoky flavor to the filling.
  2. Make the Enchilada Sauce: Sauté finely chopped onions and garlic in a pan until fragrant. Stir in cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Add vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), grape juice, and the natural gelling agent. Cook until the sauce thickens to a rich, glossy consistency.
  3. Assemble the Enchiladas: Warm the tortillas slightly to make them pliable. Layer shredded chicken, crumbled turkey bacon, and some plant-based cheese onto each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
  4. Bake to Perfection: Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas. Top generously with more plant-based cheese. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for approximately 20 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.

Notes

  • Use warm tortillas to make rolling easier and prevent cracking.
  • Do not overfill the tortillas to avoid messy rolling.
  • Ensure the sauce is thickened well so it clings nicely to the enchiladas.
  • Let the baked dish rest a few minutes before serving to allow flavors to settle.
  • Adjust spice levels in the sauce early on to suit your preference.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: chicken enchiladas, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, easy dinner, gluten free, Mexican-inspired, enchilada sauce

Find it online: https://smartmealsguide.com/chicken-enchiladas/