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Easy Cheesy Enchiladas

If you are looking for something simple and delicious for dinner, these Easy Cheese Enchiladas are perfect. Simple and full of flavor. And cheese!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 268 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups Homemade Enchilada Sauce (click for recipe)
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 3 tablespoons oil
  • 4 scallions chopped
  • 3 tablespoons cilantro leaves finely chopped
  • 4 cups shredded Monterey jack cheese divided

Instructions

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  1. Pre-heat the oven to 375ºF. Prepare Enchilada Sauce
  2. Place a skillet over medium heat and a little oil (3 Tbsp). Using tongs, soften each tortilla for 15 seconds on each side in the oil, shake off any excess then transfer to a plate covered with paper towels. Repeat this process with the rest of the tortillas.
  3. In a bowl, combine the scallions and cilantro with 3 cups of cheese.
  4. Fill each softened tortilla with about 1/4 cup of the cheese mixture and roll it up. Set the rolled tortillas in a row in a baking dish.
  5. When all the tortillas have been rolled, ladle the sauce evenly over the dish and top with the remaining cup of cheese.
  6. Bake until bubbly and brown on top, about 15 minutes.

Notes

  • Serve with:
  • Mexican Rice
  • Refried Beans
  • Guacamole
  • Mexican Rice
  • Refried Beans
  • Guacamole
  • For extra kick, sprinkle in little bit of diced green chiles.
  • Add a dash of chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic powder or onion powder for extra spice.
  • Toss in some shredded chicken or ground beef.

Nutrition Information

Calories 268kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 34mg (11%) Sodium 284mg (12%) Potassium 228mg (7%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 506IU (10%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 322mg (32%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 268

% Daily Value*

Calories 268kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 12g 24%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 34mg 11%
Sodium 284mg 12%
Potassium 228mg 5%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 506IU 10%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 322mg 32%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.