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Enchiladas Verdes

Enchiladas Verdes

Heavenly Enchiladas Verdes with tender chicken, green sauce, and melted cheese make for a comforting dinner experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: DINNER RECIPES
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cooked quickly for shredding
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced adds depth of flavor
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro adds fresh touch
For the Enchiladas
  • 2 cups green enchilada sauce key flavor component
  • 8 corn tortillas warm to prevent cracking
For Topping
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese classic cheesy flavor
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese adds creaminess
  • 1/2 cup sour cream provides a creamy contrast

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • pan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease your baking dish.
  2. Boil about 3 cups of water in a pot. Add chicken breasts, salt, and pepper, cooking for 15-20 minutes or 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 corn tortillas until pliable, fill each with chicken mixture, and roll tightly.
  5. Arrange 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: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with extra cilantro for freshness.

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