Description
Green chili chicken enchiladas are a comforting, flavorful dish that brings the warmth of home cooking to your table. Soft tortillas embrace a delicious filling of tender chicken, zesty green chili sauce, and melted cheese, creating an irresistible meal perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. This crowd-pleaser is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough for any occasion, making it a must-try recipe for everyone who loves bold flavors.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup green chili sauce
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese blend
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Shred cooked chicken (rotisserie works great).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until soft; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken with half the green chili sauce, sour cream, half the cheese, and cilantro; mix well.
- Spoon filling into tortillas, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour remaining green chili sauce over the enchiladas and top with leftover cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden; let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating black beans into the filling. Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat at 350°F until warm.