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Simple Enchiladas Verdes Recipe

Simple Enchiladas Verdes Recipe


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4.9 from 7 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

These Simple Enchiladas Verdes are a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish featuring tender shredded chicken, zesty salsa verde, and gooey melted cheese all rolled up in warm tortillas. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a casual dinner with friends.


Ingredients

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For the Enchiladas:

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works well)
  • 2 cups salsa verde
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup diced white onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Sauté Onion: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the diced onion for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  3. Prepare Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, sautéed onion, half of the salsa verde, half of the shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  4. Assemble Enchiladas: Warm the tortillas slightly, spoon the chicken mixture evenly into each tortilla, roll them up, and place seam-side down in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  5. Add Sauce and Cheese: Pour the remaining salsa verde over the enchiladas and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  6. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Serve: Serve hot with extra cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

  • Swap chicken for shredded beef or beans for a different filling.
  • Top with diced avocado or a drizzle of Mexican crema for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg