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An extreme close-up of a single creamy chicken enchilada on a plate, showing the melted cheese and savory filling.

Jalapeño Popper Chicken Enchiladas: The Ultimate Creamy & Cheesy Recipe

Discover the ultimate Jalapeño Popper Chicken Enchiladas! This recipe features a creamy chicken and cream cheese filling, wrapped in soft tortillas and smothered in green enchilada sauce and bubbly, melted cheese. The perfect easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 enchiladas
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken A rotisserie chicken is a great time-saver.
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup diced jalapeños seeds and membranes removed for less heat
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 8 flour tortillas 8-inch size
  • 1 can (15 oz) green enchilada sauce
  • 1.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese For topping

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch baking dish
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, diced jalapeños, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, green onions, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well combined.
  3. Pour about 1/4 cup of the green enchilada sauce into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish and spread to coat.
  4. Warm the tortillas to make them pliable. Spoon the chicken mixture evenly into each tortilla, roll it up, and place it seam-side down in the baking dish.
  5. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top of the enchiladas. Sprinkle evenly with the Monterey Jack cheese and any remaining cheddar.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted and slightly browned.
  7. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with cilantro or sour cream if desired.

Notes

For an extra layer of flavor, add 1/2 cup of cooked, crumbled bacon to the chicken filling.
Ensure your cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
For best results, shred your own cheese from a block.