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Enchiladas Verdes

Delicious Enchiladas Verdes Recipe with Chicken and Cheese

Savor the vibrant flavors of Enchiladas Verdes, a comforting dish with tender chicken and cheesy goodness.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • pot
  • mixing bowl
  • pan

Method
 

Cooking Process
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. In a pot, boil about 3 cups of water; add 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 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: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize your enchiladas with shredded beef or beans, or add jalapeños for extra heat. Let the dish rest before serving for improved flavor and texture.

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