Dreamy Refried Bean Chicken Enchiladas with Homemade Enchilada Sauce

Amazing chicken enchiladas with creamy refried beans, protein-packed chicken, and a homemade enchilada sauce. This delicious, easy chicken enchilada recipe is freezer-friendly and a crowd-pleasing dinner staple!

Ingredients:

• For the enchilada sauce:
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small white onion, very finely minced or grated
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2-3 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• Salt, to taste
• For the enchiladas:
• 2 1/2 cups cooked shredded chicken (breast or thighs work great!)
• 1 (15 ounce) can refried beans (I like to use refried black beans for best flavor)
• 1 1/4 cup shredded colby jack or Mexican cheese, divided
• 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
• 10 soft corn tortillas
• To garnish:
• 1 avocado, sliced or diced
• 1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion or diced green onion