Hairy Bikers Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
Are you craving a dinner that is both healthy and incredibly flavorful? This Hairy Bikers Chicken Enchiladas Recipe is the perfect solution for your family. It is famous for being light yet totally satisfying.
Ingredients
- 500 g Chicken Breast cut into small strips.
- 8 small Corn or Wholewheat Tortillas.
- 1 large Onion finely chopped.
- 2 Red Bell Peppers sliced thin.
- 2 cloves of Garlic crushed.
- 1 can 400g Chopped Tomatoes.
- 1 tablespoon Tomato Purée.
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder.
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin.
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano.
- 100 g Reduced-fat Cheddar Cheese grated.
- 1 small bunch of Fresh Cilantro.
- Salt and black pepper to taste.
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil.
Instructions
Sauté the Vegetables
- Heat the olive oil in your large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sliced bell peppers. Cook them for about 5 minutes until they are soft.
Brown the Chicken
- Add the chicken strips to the pan with the vegetables. Stir-fry them until the meat is no longer pink on the outside. This locks in the juices.
Add the Spices
- Stir in the garlic, chili powder, cumin, and dried oregano. Cook for one minute to release the flavors. Your kitchen will start to smell wonderful and spicy.
Simmer the Filling
- Pour in the tomato purée and half of the chopped tomatoes. Let the mixture simmer gently for 10 minutes. The sauce should thicken and coat the chicken.
Prepare the Sauce
- Take the remaining chopped tomatoes and blend them until smooth. Season this with a little salt and pepper. This will be the topping for your enchiladas.
Fill the Tortillas
- Lay a tortilla flat and spoon some chicken mixture into the center. Roll it up tightly like a cigar. Repeat this for all eight tortillas.
Arrange in the Dish
- Place the rolled tortillas side-by-side in your baking dish. Ensure the "seam" side is facing down. This keeps them from opening up while they bake.
Top and Bake
- Pour the blended tomato sauce over the top of the tortillas. Sprinkle the grated cheese evenly over everything. Bake at 200°C for about 15 to 20 minutes.
Notes
- Veggie Power: Add a tin of black beans or sweetcorn to the filling.
- Extra Spice: Mix in some chopped jalapeños if you like a fiery kick.
- Creamy Touch: Add a dollop of low-fat Greek yogurt on top after baking.
- Soft Tortillas: Warm your tortillas in the microwave for 20 seconds. This makes them much easier to roll without cracking.
- Leftover Hack: Use leftover roast chicken to save time on the stove.