Pinto Bean and Chicken Enchiladas
These delicious enchiladas are filled with tender chicken, pinto beans, and melted cheese, all wrapped in a flavorful sauce.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Cheddar cheese - 1 cup, shredded
- Flour tortillas - 12
- Enchilada sauce - 2 cups
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Onion - 1 medium, diced
- Pinto beans - 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- Cooked chicken breast - 2 cups, shredded
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
- Add the shredded chicken, pinto beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for a few minutes until heated through.
- Pour about 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce into the bottom of a baking dish.
- Place a spoonful of the chicken and bean mixture onto each tortilla, roll it up, and place it seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, making sure they are well coated.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the enchiladas.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 25g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g