Enchiladas Verdes
Enchiladas verdes are a delightful Mexican dish that combines soft corn tortillas with savory shredded chicken, all enveloped in a zesty green sauce made from fresh tomatillos and cilantro. Baked until golden and topped with melted cheese, these enchiladas are perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to festive gatherings. Easy to make yet impressive enough to serve guests, this recipe creates a flavorful experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic
- 1 cup green salsa (salsa verde)
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 small onion, diced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a saucepan, cover chicken breasts with water, season with salt and pepper, and boil until cooked through (15-20 minutes). Shred the chicken.
- In a blender, combine green salsa, garlic, onion, and cilantro; blend until smooth.
- Soften tortillas by dipping them briefly in the sauce. Fill each tortilla with shredded chicken and cheese; roll tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour remaining sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle additional cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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