Description
Indulge in a burst of vibrant flavors with this delectable Verde Chicken Enchiladas Recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these enchiladas feature tender chicken enveloped in warm tortillas, smothered in a zesty tomatillo sauce and topped with creamy cheese. This dish is not only quick to prepare—coming together in just 45 minutes—but also highly customizable, allowing you to tailor it to your taste preferences. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or simply craving comfort food, these enchiladas are sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken (diced)
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 ½ lbs tomatillos (cleaned)
- 1 jalapeno (seeds removed)
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the tomatillo sauce by boiling cleaned tomatillos until softened. Add jalapeno, garlic, lime juice, and salt; blend until smooth. Stir in chopped cilantro.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced chicken, cream cheese, oregano, cheddar cheese, and salt; mix well.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Fill tortillas with the chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Pour the tomatillo sauce over the enchiladas and bake for about 25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Serve warm topped with avocado slices and shallots.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg