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Green Chicken Enchiladas

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Green chicken enchiladas are a comforts dish filled with tender shredded chicken and zesty green chiles, all topped with melted cheese. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion!

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/3 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 4 oz. hatch green chiles
  • 15 oz. green enchilada sauce (divided)
  • 6 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
  • Sour cream (for serving)
  • Avocado slices (for serving)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion until softened.
  • Add garlic, cumin, chili powder, and salt; cook briefly.
  • Stir in shredded chicken and green chiles; mix well.
  • Pour half of enchilada sauce into a baking dish.
  • Fill tortillas with the chicken mixture and cheese, then roll them up.
  • Place rolled tortillas seam-side down in the dish, top with remaining sauce and cheese.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted.
  • Garnish with cilantro, sour cream, and avocado slices before serving.

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Notes

For extra flavor, use freshly shredded chicken or a rotisserie chicken.
Add extra chilies for a spicier filling.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

  • Author: Alejandro
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg