Jalapeno Popper Chicken Enchiladas

Fusion of jalapeno poppers and chicken enchiladas with creamy chicken, cream cheese, jalapenos, bacon, and cheese sauce wrapped in flour tortillas

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Total Time 45

Servings: 8 portions

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Mexican, Tex-Mex

Calories: 420

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

2 cups shredded chicken cooked
8 oz cream cheese, softened
3 jalapenos, diced seeds removed for less heat
6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese divided
8 flour tortillas 8-inch
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
0.5 cup milk
0.5 tsp garlic powder
Fresh cilantro optional garnish

Equipment

9x13 inch baking dish
Large mixing bowl
Skillet for bacon
Microwave

Method

Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large bowl, mix together shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, diced jalapenos, crumbled bacon, and 1 cup of the shredded cheese until well combined.
Warm tortillas in the microwave for 15 seconds to make them pliable.
Spread about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
In a bowl, mix cream of chicken soup with milk, garlic powder, and the remaining 1 cup shredded cheese until smooth.
Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the rolled enchiladas, making sure to cover them completely.
Bake for 25 minutes until the sauce is bubbly and the edges are golden.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

Remove jalapeno seeds and membranes for milder heat, or leave them in for spicier enchiladas. Can use rotisserie chicken for convenience. Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking. Can assemble unbaked and freeze for up to 2 months - thaw overnight before baking. Add diced green chiles for less heat than jalapenos. Thick-cut bacon provides best texture. Can substitute cream of mushroom soup if preferred. For extra cheese, sprinkle additional shredded cheese on top during last 5 minutes of baking.