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Chicken Enchiladas with Green Chile Sauce

Delicious and easy-to-prepare chicken enchiladas with a flavorful green chile sauce that the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the enchiladas

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use leftover or rotisserie chicken.
  • 1 cup green chile sauce (salsa verde) Adjust based on spice preference.
  • 8 small corn tortillas Warm before using to prevent tearing.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack) For topping the enchiladas.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream For serving.
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro For garnish.
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, half of the green chile sauce, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet until they are soft and pliable.
  • Spoon the chicken mixture onto each tortilla and roll them up tightly.
  • Place the rolled tortillas seam-side down in a baking dish.

Baking

  • Pour the remaining green chile sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
  • Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Serving

  • Serve hot with sour cream and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Notes

These enchiladas are best served warm. Consider serving them with a side of rice or beans for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
Keyword Chicken Enchiladas, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Green Chile Sauce, leftover chicken
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