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Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: None

Description

Delicious green chile chicken enchiladas filled with shredded chicken, green enchilada sauce, and melted cheese, wrapped in warm tortillas.


Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 can (10 oz) green enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (such as cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish


Instructions

  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the diced onion until soft.
  2. In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken, half of the enchilada sauce, half of the cheese, and sautéed onion. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet until pliable.
  4. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll them up, and place seam down in a baking dish.
  5. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
  7. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add diced green chiles or jalapeños to the chicken mixture. Use a combination of cheeses for optimal creaminess.