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Easy Rotisserie Chicken Enchiladas

Quick and cheesy enchiladas made with rotisserie chicken, enchilada sauce, and melted cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican-American
Calories: 425

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole rotisserie chicken shredded (about 2-3 cups cooked chicken)
  • 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies drained (Ro-Tel brand)
  • 10 oz enchilada sauce divided (Old El Paso recommended)
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheese divided (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 8 large burrito-sized flour tortillas
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Tongs
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Shred the rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces, discarding skin and bones. Place in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add the drained diced tomatoes with green chilies, half of the enchilada sauce (about 5 oz), and three-quarters cup of shredded cheese to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
  4. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
  5. Lay one tortilla flat and spoon about one-third to one-half cup of the chicken mixture down the center.
  6. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  7. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling, placing enchiladas snugly against each other in the dish.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining three-quarters cup of shredded cheese evenly over the top of all enchiladas.
  9. Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and starting to brown.
  10. Let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

Can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking. Add 5 to 10 extra minutes to baking time if starting from cold. These enchiladas freeze well. Assemble but don't bake, wrap tightly, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in refrigerator before baking.
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