Green Enchiladas with Chicken {Enchiladas Verdes}
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Green Enchiladas with Chicken, or Enchiladas Verdes, a comforting Mexican dish that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings. These enchiladas are overflowing with shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and fire-roasted green chiles, all enveloped in a luscious homemade tomatillo Salsa Verde. Whether youre hosting a taco night or seeking an easy weeknight meal, these enchiladas are sure to impress. Plus, they can be easily customized with your favorite ingredients, making them versatile and crowd-pleasing. Serve them alongside fluffy rice and refreshing salads for a complete meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 flour tortillas (8") or 12-16 corn tortillas
- 1 lb. cooked chicken (chopped/shredded)
- 4 oz. cream cheese
- 1 can mild green chiles
- 3–4 cups shredded cheese
- homemade Salsa Verde
- chicken broth
- olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F (175C).
- In a bowl, mix chicken, green chiles, cream cheese, half of the shredded cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Spread Salsa Verde on the baking dish. Fill tortillas with the mixture and roll tightly.
- Place rolled tortillas seam-side down in the dish and cover with remaining Salsa Verde and cheese.
- Bake covered for 30 minutes; remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg