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Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas

Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas: 7 Comforting Flavors Await

Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas are a flavorful dish made with tender chicken, zesty salsa verde, and melted cheese wrapped in tortillas.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup salsa verde
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions until translucent.
  3. Add shredded chicken, salsa verde, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook for 5 minutes.
  4. Soften tortillas by warming them in a pan or microwave.
  5. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll them up.
  6. Place the rolled tortillas in a baking dish and top with remaining salsa verde and cheese.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with sour cream or guacamole if desired.
  • Can substitute chicken with beans for a vegetarian option.
  • Adjust spice level by adding jalapeños if needed.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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