Description
Chicken enchiladas with green sauce are a delightful Mexican dish that combines tender shredded chicken and warm tortillas enveloped in a zesty green sauce. With each bite, you’ll experience the perfect balance of flavors and textures that are sure to impress at any gathering or cozy dinner. This easy-to-follow recipe transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable meal, making it a favorite for families and food enthusiasts alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked shredded boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup green enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 flour or corn tortillas
- ½ cup sour cream (for garnish)
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the chicken in boiling salted water until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), approximately 15-20 minutes. Shred the chicken using two forks.
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, minced garlic, and half of the green enchilada sauce. Mix well.
- Fill each tortilla with about two tablespoons of the chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour the remaining green enchilada sauce over the rolled enchiladas and sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve with a drizzle of sour cream and garnish with chopped cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg