Green Enchiladas with Chicken {Enchiladas Verdes}
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Green Enchiladas with Chicken (Enchiladas Verdes), a delightful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a family favorite. These enchiladas are filled with tender chicken, creamy cheese, and zesty green chiles, all enveloped in homemade salsa verde that bursts with flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this recipe is not just quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your family’s taste! With vibrant colors and rich textures, these enchiladas promise to be a hit at any table, leaving everyone asking for more.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 flour tortillas (8") or 12-16 corn tortillas
- 1 lb cooked chicken (chopped/shredded)
- 1 can (7 oz) mild green chiles
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 3–4 cups shredded cheese (e.g., colby jack & mozzarella)
- 1 batch homemade salsa verde
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat; add homemade salsa verde and chicken broth. Simmer gently.
- In a bowl, mix cooked chicken, green chiles, cream cheese, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Fill each warmed tortilla with about 1/3 cup of the filling mixture; roll tightly and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Pour sauce over the enchiladas; sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let rest for five minutes before serving; garnish as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 392
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 92mg