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Posted January 24, 2018 Last Updated March 11, 2020 by Jennifer // 44 Comments**This post may contain affiliate links**

How to Make Homemade Enchilada Sauce

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Forget the canned stuff! Let me show you how to make homemade enchilada sauce that will knock your socks off and it only takes minutes! Make ahead a batch for quick weeknight meals!

Homemade Enchilada Sauce in white bowl on wood table with tortillas

I’ve been testing out this sauce forever, I’ve made some very tasty homemade enchiladas with different versions and cooking methods, but I think I’ve finally found the answer to the nice thick, rich and perfectly easy enchilada sauce that you can make yourself with very little effort.  Sure, popping open a can is easy, and a few brands are actually really good.  But if you want to take it to the next level, let me show you how to make homemade enchilada sauce in minutes!

How to make homemade enchilada sauce

  1. Add ingredients to stock pot or dutch oven
  2. Heat and stir until thickened
  3. Enjoy

Homemade enchilada sauce in blue dutch oven with wooden spoon

It’s really just that simple – combining l0 ingredients in your favorite pot and letting it simmer until thickened.  Cool and store in jars to use this week or add to freezer bags or containers and thaw out anytime to make delicious enchiladas, soups and more.  You could make

  • Easy chicken enchiladas using leftover or rotisserie chicken
  • Chicken enchilada soup
  • My favorite: Corn and Black Bean Enchiladas

We did a vote over on Instagram a couple weeks ago about making enchilada sauce and I can’t remember the exact results, but the majority of you there wanted to make it from scratch as long as it was easy!  So, I’d love to know what you think! Is it easy enough? Will you try it?  I’d love to hear from you!

glass jars filled with homemade enchilada sauce

Homemade Enchilada Sauce in white bowl on wood table with tortillas

How to Make Homemade Enchilada Sauce

Forget the canned stuff! Let me show you how to make homemade enchilada sauce that will knock your socks off and it only takes minutes! Make ahead a batch for quick weeknight meals!
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Servings: 2 approx 10 oz servings
Calories: 209kcal
Author: Jennifer Draper

Ingredients

  • 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons ancho chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch + water

Instructions

  • Whisk together cornstarch with water until smooth
  • Add all ingredients to saucepan or dutch oven
  • Bring to a simmer and whisk until smooth and thickened (about 10 minutes)
  • Allow to cool completely before storing in glass jars or freezer bags

Nutrition

Calories: 209kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 4331mg | Potassium: 1541mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 6875IU | Vitamin C: 47.8mg | Calcium: 140mg | Iron: 8.1mg
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Forget the canned stuff! Let me show you how to make homemade enchilada sauce that will knock your socks off and it only takes minutes! Make ahead a batch for quick weeknight meals! #garnishedplate #homemade #enchiladasauce #enchilada
Forget the canned stuff! Let me show you how to make homemade enchilada sauce that will knock your socks off and it only takes minutes! Make ahead a batch for quick weeknight meals! #homemade #enchiladasauce

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  1. Rochelle says

    October 5, 2020 at 2:17 pm

    5 stars
    Great quick recipe. As for that extra kick on spice, you may want to try cayenne powder. Ratio:1/4 cayenne, 1/4 smoked paprika, 1/2 chili powder. Good luck!

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  2. Heidi says

    December 30, 2020 at 8:06 am

    Can I use dried chilis (Boil them, blend, and strain)? If so how many of each are needed?

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    • Jennifer says

      January 9, 2021 at 5:05 pm

      I’m not sure, I haven’t worked with dried chilis and haven’t tested for this recipe, but if you decide to give it a try let me know!

      Reply
  3. Lisa Dee says

    January 5, 2021 at 10:09 am

    5 stars
    Just made a batch and then packaged up 7 individual chicken enchilada freezer meals. Thanks!

    Reply
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