12 Enchilada Recipes That Bring the Comfort

Enchiladas show up in all kinds of forms in this list—from slow-cooked and layered casseroles to sliders, meatballs, and the rolled classics. These dishes lean into rich sauces, melty cheese, and bold seasoning. Some skip the tortillas altogether, while others use them as a base for a full one-pan meal. However you prep them, these enchiladas bring comfort, spice, and plenty of flavor.

Beef Enchiladas

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Soft tortillas filled with seasoned beef, rolled up and baked under sauce and cheese. The filling stays juicy while the top browns. A weeknight go-to that always delivers.
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Chicken Enchilada Sliders

Stack of sliders on a wooden board. — Chicken Enchilada Sliders. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Pulled chicken with enchilada seasoning layered onto slider buns with cheese. Baked until soft and melty. A handheld twist on a classic.
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Cheese Enchiladas

One cheese enchilada and rice and beans on a plate. — Cheese Enchiladas. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Tortillas loaded with melty cheese and covered in enchilada sauce. Bakes bubbly and golden. Great with rice or beans on the side.
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Chicken Enchilada Recipe with Three Cheese Chipotle Sauce

Enchiladas in a casserole dish, with chicken and cheese and a serving spoon. — Chicken Enchilada Recipe with Three Cheese Chipotle Sauce. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

Shredded chicken gets wrapped and baked with a smoky chipotle sauce and a mix of three cheeses. Rich and bold. Serve with fresh toppings or extra sauce.
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Chicken Enchiladas

Rolled tortillas stuffed with seasoned chicken and baked with red or green sauce. The edges crisp up while the centers stay tender. A reliable dinner staple.
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Chicken Gluten Free Enchiladas

Mexican enchiladas in a baking dish. — Chicken Gluten Free Enchiladas. Photo credit: Best Clean Eating.

Made with corn tortillas and a simple chicken filling, these bake up just as golden and satisfying. No wheat, no fuss. Same saucy results.
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Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Layered in the slow cooker, this casserole melts together while you go about your day. Chicken, sauce, cheese, and tortillas in every scoop.
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Easy Chicken Enchilada Rice Casserole

A bowl of rice with corn and herbs on a striped cloth with garnishes on the side. — Easy Chicken Enchilada Rice Casserole. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Shredded chicken, rice, cheese, and enchilada sauce all bake in one pan. No rolling, no layering. Just stir and bake.
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Enchilada Meatballs

Cheesy mexican meatballs in a skillet. — Enchilada Meatballs. Photo credit: .

Meatballs simmer in enchilada sauce and get topped with cheese. A fork-friendly option without the tortillas. Serve over rice or alone.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

A baking dish full of chicken enchiladas is surrounded by cut limes, a halved avocado, and a green linen. — Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Rolled enchiladas cook right in the slow cooker, soaking up the sauce as they go. Soft, flavorful, and hands-off.
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Slow Cooker Honey Lime Enchiladas

Sweet and zesty sauce meets chicken and cheese in this slow-cooked version. Bright flavor with that classic melty finish.
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Chicken Enchiladas Casserole

All the flavor of enchiladas layered instead of rolled. Chicken, sauce, tortillas, and cheese bake into one easy dish. Slice and serve from the pan.
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