The Whole Enchilada

One of the hardest things about living on your own, at least for me, is cooking. Even living back home, the only thing I knew how to make were cookies, spaghetti, grilled cheese, soup, and potatoes  Oh, and I also knew how to brown meat. Although all these things are delicious, I need some variety in my life. Ya know...spice things up a bit. Which is why I've been all experimental up in the kitchen (and by experimental I mean following someone else's recipe word for word). I am not, and will never be, Martha Stewart in the kitchen.

So not only am I learning how to cook new things...but I'm doing it on a budget. This is no easy task. I've been hunting down recipes which are a) EASY and b) inexpensive, with not very many ingredients (or ingredients I know I can store, and use over and over again). I normally find all my recipes on Pinterest, and 'pin' them to my 'Yum' board. Unless it's a fall or winter/holiday food, then those go on their own board. What can I say, I'm verrryy seasonal :)

So far I've been pretty successful. This is not just success by my standards but the boys' taste buds approve too. He comes from a family of really good cooks, so I'll admit, I'm a bit intimidated!

Last night I attempted a very very veryyy simple enchilada dish. It's only four ingredients! YAY!
All you need is:

• Tortillas (the big ones!)
• Shredded Cheese (Mexican Style)
• Corn (in the freezer section)
• Chicken Boobies (or whatever part you prefer..maybe your a thigh guy. Whatever makes you happy)

I normally do all my shopping at Jewel because I'm a Preferred Card Member and its only about 1/4 mile away from the apartment (which in the city..is a HUGE bonus!) Sometimes we will partake in an occasional 'Costco Run' to stock up on chicken, ground beef, O.J, milk..and bacon. Not my favorite thing in the world as I find Costco extremely overwhelming. Anyways, I probably spent no more than $6.00 on this meal! Winner!

To start, cook your chicken boobs and corn (Embarrassing secret: I still have to ask Nathan if the chicken looks done.). Pre-heat your oven for 350. After, lay out your tortillas and fill them with a handful of shredded chicken, tablespoon-ish of corn, and a sprinkle of shredded cheese. Make as many of these wraps as you want, or however many fit in your baking dish (In my case, it was only two....I'm slacking on the nice big casserole dish). When you are laying them down in the dish, remember: seam side down!! After your dish is full, put as much shredded cheese as you please over the top. Stick em in , let em bake for about 25 to 30 mins (although I found for only those two, I only needed to bake for 15 mins).

 Serve warm. I personally added a little sour cream on my plate for dipping. nom nom nom.

Enjoy!