How To Make Tex-Mex Enchiladas
You might be wondering, what’s the difference between Tex Mex and Mexican cuisine? The fine line between these two cuisines is indeed getting blurred as Tex Mex food evolves over the years. But some distinct differences stand out. There are some ingredients you’ll find only in Tex Mex cuisine, such as yellow cheese, cumin, black beans, and beef. From cheesy nachos to fajitas, taste the vibrance of Texas with these 82 Tex Mex recipes that will certainly spice up your palate.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 flour tortillas
- 2 cups of cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup of black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup of corn kernels
- 1 cup of diced tomatoes
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce
- 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a large bowl, mix together the chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
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Warm the tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet for a few seconds to make them more pliable.
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Spoon the chicken and vegetable mixture onto each tortilla and roll it up tightly.
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Place the rolled tortillas seam side down in a baking dish.
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Pour the enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with the shredded cheese.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Garnish with additional cilantro and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Calories : 420kcal
- Total Fat : 14g
- Saturated Fat : 5g
- Cholesterol : 55mg
- Sodium : 950mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 50g
- Dietary Fiber : 8g
- Sugar : 5g
- Protein : 26g
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