Cheesy Italian Chicken Tortillas
Experience a delightful fusion of Italian and Mexican cuisines with these Cheesy Italian Chicken Tortillas. This scrumptious dish features tender shredded chicken enveloped in soft flour tortillas, complemented by sun-dried tomatoes and melted mozzarella cheese, all bathed in a rich marinara sauce. Perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends, these enchiladas are both easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious. Serve with a sprinkle of green onions for an added burst of freshness!
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Servings
287.5
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Marinara sauce
15 ounces (jarred, heated)
Cooked chicken breasts
8 ounces (shredded or cut into strips)
Dried oil-packed tomatoes
3 (halved and finely chopped)
Shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup (about 4 ounces) (shredded)
Green onion
1 (sliced)
Nonstick cooking spray
as needed (for coating the baking dish)
Flour tortillas
6 (6-inch) (softened)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
In a small saucepan, heat the marinara sauce over medium heat until warmed through, stirring occasionally.
3
Remove any bones from the cooked chicken and cut the meat into bite-sized strips.
4
Finely chop the dried oil-packed tomatoes.
5
In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped dried tomatoes, 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese, and the sliced green onion. Toss gently until well mixed.
6
Lightly coat a 2-quart rectangular baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
7
Spread 2 tablespoons of the heated marinara sauce evenly over the bottom of the baking dish.
8
Lay a flour tortilla flat and spoon about 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture just below the center. Roll the tortilla tightly to enclose the filling and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
9
Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and chicken mixture, placing each rolled tortilla side by side in the dish.
10
Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the enchiladas, ensuring they are well covered.
11
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the top of the enchiladas.
12
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the enchiladas are heated through and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
13
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with sliced green onions for a fresh touch.
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
32.5g
Carbs
15g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this dish?
The dish is called Cheesy Italian Chicken Tortillas.
What two cuisines are combined in this recipe?
This recipe is a fusion of Italian and Mexican cuisines.
What are the main components of the filling?
The filling consists of shredded cooked chicken, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and green onions.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 287.5 calories per serving.
What temperature should I preheat my oven to?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
How much marinara sauce is needed for the recipe?
You will need 15 ounces of jarred marinara sauce.
How much chicken is required?
The recipe calls for 8 ounces of cooked chicken breasts.
What type of cheese is used in this dish?
Shredded mozzarella cheese is used.
What size tortillas should I use?
The recipe specifies six 6-inch flour tortillas.
How should the sun-dried tomatoes be prepared?
They should be halved and finely chopped.
How do I prepare the chicken for the filling?
Remove any bones and cut the cooked meat into bite-sized strips or shred it.
What size baking dish is recommended?
A 2-quart rectangular baking dish is recommended.
How much fat is in this recipe?
Each serving contains 10g of fat.
What is the protein content of these tortillas?
Each serving provides 15g of protein.
How many grams of carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 32.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
Should the baking dish be greased?
Yes, lightly coat it with nonstick cooking spray.
How much marinara sauce goes on the bottom of the dish?
Spread 2 tablespoons of heated marinara sauce over the bottom.
How much mozzarella goes into the chicken mixture?
1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese is mixed with the chicken.
How much chicken mixture should be placed in each tortilla?
Spoon about 1/4 cup of the mixture into each tortilla.
How should the tortillas be placed in the baking dish?
Roll them tightly and place them seam-side down in the dish.
What do I do with the remaining marinara sauce?
Pour the remaining sauce over the assembled enchiladas, ensuring they are well covered.
When do I add the remaining cheese?
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the top before baking.
How long does the dish need to bake?
Bake for 20-25 minutes.
How do I know when the tortillas are done?
They are done when heated through and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
What garnish is suggested for this dish?
Garnish with sliced green onions for a fresh touch.
Is the marinara sauce used cold or warm?
The instructions recommend heating the sauce in a saucepan until warmed through before assembly.
Are the tomatoes oil-packed or dry?
The recipe specifically calls for dried oil-packed tomatoes.
How many green onions are used in total?
One green onion is used, sliced for both the filling and garnish.
Can this be considered a family-friendly meal?
Yes, it is described as perfect for a family dinner or gathering.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
The tags include italian, mexican, chicken, enchiladas, casserole, and comfort food.