Easy Chicken Enchiladas for Two & Meal Planning

I made these enchiladas in 10 minutes the other day….and then they baked while I cleaned up. Cooking something like enchiladas isn’t my norm for a typical weekday lunch, but I was sooo tired of sandwiches and salads that I’ve been eating so much of since we moved from Missouri. I had unpacked several boxes in my kitchen and was so compelled to cook….something…anything. I wanted hot food and I wanted to blog about it.

I looked around and saw what I had to work with and whipped these up in no time.  Whenever I buy a rotisserie chicken I shred it within the first day or two so that I have it ready for whatever recipe I use it in- great time-saving tip! The funny thing is they were way better than some enchiladas I’ve spent much longer on. Maybe it really was what I was craving, but either way, I think this recipe is a keeper.

The “medium” spiced can of enchilada sauce combined with the chipotle chili powder offers a nice heat without being too spicy. However, I knew because of the spice my kids wouldn’t like them…heck my kids don’t like enchiladas period. That’s why I made a small portion for me and the hubs and I made them the way I like them, with a little kick. You might want to try “mild” sauce if your little ones are going to eat these.

Sometimes it’s nice just making a dish all to yourself. Enjoy this small portion of easy enchiladas! I am making them again this week in vegetarian version so stay tuned on whether or not those are a hit too.

These are the spices you’ll need. I had to laugh when I saw the miniscule amount of coriander…I mean I really needed to pack that to travel 2,500 miles right?

I am excited to have these again soon!

I really enjoyed having the hubby home for a couple extra days of this long holiday weekend. Hope you enjoyed your Memorial Day weekend. It’s a special day that means much more than just a day off to drink beer and eat hot dogs. God bless the families who lost loved ones defending our great nation. I am proud to be married to a brave man serving our country and honor those we’ve lost.

Here is my meal plan for the week:

Sunday
Tortilla Pizzas, Salad

Monday
Vegetarian Enchiladas (vegetarian)

Tuesday
Mini Meatballs with Pasta Bake (both of these recipes incorporate veggies), Berry, Walnut & Avocado Salad

Wednesday
Leftovers

Thursday
Tofu Scramble Tacos with Avocado & Salsa (Vegan)

Friday
Southwestern Egg Rolls (got bumped from last week), Other appetizers- cheese, hummus, crackers and veggies (vegetarian)

Saturday
Grilled Chicken Bruschetta, Veggie Shish-kebobs

Join me in planning. I love to hear from you!!

Easy Chicken Enchiladas for Two

 

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Serves: 2-3

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• ¾ cup chopped green bell pepper (1 medium)
• ¾ cup chopped onion (~1/2 onion)
• 1 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce- medium spice, such as Old El Paso
• 1½ cup shredded cooked chicken (such as a rotisserie)
• ¾ cup shredded cheese such as colby & monterrey blend (or cheddar)
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• ¼ teaspoon coriander
• ¼ teaspoon chipotle chili powder
• 6 corn torillas
• Chopped cilantro
• Reduced fat sour cream

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Coat 8x8 glass dish with cooking spray and set aside.
2. In a large nonstick skillet, heat one teaspoon olive oil on medium-high heat. Add chopped bell peppers and onions and saute for ~5 minutes or until softened. Add can of enchilada sauce, bring to a boil and turn down to simmer while you assemble enchiladas.
3. Mix shredded chicken, ½ cup of shredded cheese and spices in small bowl. Soften corn tortillas in microwave a few at a time for about 10-15 seconds. Spoon ¼ cup chicken mixture down the middle of tortilla, tightly roll up and place seam side down in prepared dish. Pour sauce evenly over enchiladas and top with remaining ¼ cup of cheese. Bake for 15 minutes until bubbly is cheese is melted. Serve with sour cream and chopped cilantro.

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