Delicious Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas are the ultimate comfort food that combines the zest of Southwestern flavors with an indulgent creamy sauce.
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
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease your baking dish.
- Combine the shredded chicken with grated cheese, diced green chiles, garlic powder, ground cumin, onion powder, and fresh cilantro in a bowl.
- Whisk together green enchilada sauce, sour cream, and chicken broth until smooth.
- Fill tortillas with chicken mixture and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour the creamy sauce over enchiladas and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes; broil for an additional 2–3 minutes if desired.
- 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