Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas are the ultimate comfort food that combines the zest of Southwestern flavors with an indulgent creamy sauce.

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Delicious Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

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Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas are the ultimate comfort food that combines the zest of Southwestern flavors with an indulgent creamy sauce.

• Author: Chef Lora

Ingredients

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• 2 cupscooked, shredded chicken
• 1½ cupsshredded Monterey Jack or pepper jack cheese
• 1can (4 oz) diced green chiles
• 1 tspgarlic powder
• 1 tspground cumin
• ½ tsponion powder
• ¼ cupchopped fresh cilantro (optional)
• 8–10small flour or corn tortillas
• 1can (15 oz) green enchilada sauce
• ½ cupsour cream
• ¼ cupchicken broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional toppings: chopped green onions, fresh cilantro leaves, extra shredded cheese, drizzle of hot sauce or lime crema

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease your baking dish.
2. Combine the shredded chicken with grated cheese, diced green chiles, garlic powder, ground cumin, onion powder, and fresh cilantro in a bowl.
3. Whisk together green enchilada sauce, sour cream, and chicken broth until smooth.
4. Fill tortillas with chicken mixture and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
5. Pour the creamy sauce over enchiladas and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
6. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes; broil for an additional 2–3 minutes if desired.
7. Let sit for 5 minutes, garnish, and serve warm.

Notes

Feel free to customize with extra veggies or proteins based on your preference.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320 kcal
• Protein: 22 g