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4.75 from 4 votes

Honey Lime Chicken Enchiladas

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Author: Danelle

Ingredients

  • 1 2 lb. rotisserie chicken, shredded
  • 6 tablespoons honey
  • 5 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1-2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lb. Monterrey jack cheese shredded and divided
  • 1 16 oz. can green enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8-10 flour tortillas
  • Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the honey, lime juice, chili powder and garlic; toss with the shredded chicken. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • In another medium bowl, combine the enchilada sauce and the cream.
  • Pour 1/2 cup of the sauce on the bottom of a greased 9 x 13 baking pan.
  • Fill the flour tortillas with chicken and shredded cheese and roll, reserving 1 cup of cheese for topping.
  • Place the enchiladas seam side down into the prepared pan.
  • Pour the remaining sauce over top. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake for about 30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and golden.
  • Sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 8g