Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas: A Flavorful Dinner Delight!
Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas are a delicious and flavorful dish made with tender chicken, salsa verde, and cheese, all wrapped in corn tortillas and baked to perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken, salsa verde, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet to make them pliable.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and a sprinkle of cheese, then roll them up.
- Place the rolled tortillas seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Top with remaining salsa verde and cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve with sour cream and garnish with cilantro.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños to the chicken mixture.
- Can substitute chicken with shredded beef or beans for a vegetarian option.
- Make ahead and refrigerate before baking for a quick dinner option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg