Ingredients
– 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
– 10-12 corn tortillas
– 2 cups green salsa (salsa verde)
– 1 ½ cups shredded cheese (such as Monterey Jack or Cheddar)
– 1 cup sour cream
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
– 1 small onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
– Sliced jalapeños, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating delicious Green Enchiladas with Chicken is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking your enchiladas.
2. Prepare Chicken Mixture: In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, around 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and stir for another minute.
3. Combine Ingredients: In the skillet, add the shredded chicken, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and sauté for another 3-5 minutes until heated through.
4. Heat Tortillas: In a separate skillet or microwave, heat the corn tortillas until warm and pliable. This will make them easier to roll.
5. Assemble Enchiladas: Spread a thin layer of green salsa on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Take a tortilla, fill it with a few tablespoons of the chicken mixture, roll it up tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat for all tortillas.
6. Add Sauce and Cheese: Once all enchiladas are in the dish, pour the remaining green salsa over the top. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the entire dish.
7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Garnish and Serve: Once out of the oven, let it cool for a few minutes. Drizzle sour cream over the top and garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced jalapeños if desired.
9. Slice and Enjoy: Serve warm and enjoy your flavorful, homemade Green Enchiladas with Chicken!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g