Description

Jalapeño Popper Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas are a creamy and spicy dish featuring tender shredded chicken mixed with creamy cheeses and jalapeños, wrapped in soft flour tortillas, smothered in a flavorful sour cream sauce, and baked to perfection. This comforting casserole combines the flavors of classic jalapeño poppers with the beloved Mexican enchilada style, delivering cheesy, spicy, and satisfying bites for dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Enchiladas:

2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
1 cup cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup diced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon salt

For the Sauce:

1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a healthier option)
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chili powder (optional, for added heat)

Additional:

8 flour tortillas
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish to prevent the enchiladas from sticking during baking.
Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and salt. Mix until well blended and creamy.
Assemble the Enchiladas: Lay out the flour tortillas and spoon the chicken mixture evenly onto each. Roll the tortillas tightly and place each seam-side down in the prepared baking dish to hold their shape during baking.
Make the Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the chicken broth and all-purpose flour until smooth to avoid lumps. Stir in the sour cream (or Greek yogurt) and chili powder, if using, and cook until the sauce thickens slightly, stirring frequently.
Top the Enchiladas: Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the rolled enchiladas in the baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly on top of everything.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese on top is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
Cool and Serve: Once baked, let the enchiladas cool slightly for a few minutes. This allows the filling to set and makes them easier to serve. Enjoy warm!

Notes

For a healthier alternative, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream in the sauce.
Adjust the amount of jalapeños according to your preferred spice level; remove seeds for milder heat.
You can use fresh or pickled jalapeños based on your taste preference.
Warm the tortillas slightly before filling to make them more pliable and easier to roll.
This recipe can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking; just increase baking time by a few minutes if baking from cold.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican-American

Keywords: Jalapeño popper enchiladas, cheesy chicken enchiladas, spicy chicken casserole, creamy chicken enchiladas, baked chicken enchiladas, jalapeño chicken recipe