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Enchiladas Verdes

Delicious Enchiladas Verdes Recipe with Chicken and Cheese

This mouthwatering Enchiladas Verdes recipe combines tender chicken, zesty green sauce, and melted cheese for an unforgettable meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 3-4 breasts
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 2 cups green enchilada sauce
  • 8 pieces corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • pot
  • mixing bowl
  • pan
  • Microwave

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. In a pot, boil about 3 cups of water; add the chicken breasts, salt, and pepper. Cook for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Shred the chicken.
  3. Mix shredded chicken with half of the green enchilada sauce and chopped cilantro in a bowl.
  4. Warm the tortillas in a pan or microwave for easier rolling. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll tightly.
  5. Place rolled tortillas seam-side down in the baking dish. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over them and sprinkle with cheeses.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden. Drizzle with sour cream before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 24gFat: 20g

Notes

Feel free to swap the chicken for shredded beef or keep it vegetarian with beans and grilled veggies.

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