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Green Enchiladas With Chicken

Hearty Green Enchiladas With Chicken for Cozy Family Nights

Delicious Green Enchiladas With Chicken, perfect for family gatherings and quick weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Enchiladas
  • 8 pieces Flour Tortillas or 12-16 corn tortillas for gluten-free
  • 1 lb Cooked Chicken shredded or chopped
  • 17 oz Mild Green Chiles canned
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese softened; Greek yogurt for lighter option
  • 3-4 cups Shredded Cheese e.g., Monterey Jack and Cheddar
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
  • 1 batch Homemade Salsa Verde or 16 oz jar
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or vegetable/canola oil
  • 1/4 cup Diced Onion optional
For Serving
  • Mexican Rice & Refried Beans great sides
  • Fresh Salad with lime vinaigrette

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ¼ cup of diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 pound of shredded chicken, a 17 oz can of mild green chiles, 4 oz of cream cheese, and salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Warm 8 flour tortillas in a skillet over low heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
  5. Take a warm tortilla and spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture onto its center. Roll it up and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  6. Pour the remaining salsa verde over the top and sprinkle 3-4 cups of shredded cheese on top.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freezing assembled unbaked enchiladas is possible for up to 3 months.

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