Description
These enchiladas feature tender shredded chicken wrapped in soft tortillas, smothered with a tangy salsa verde sauce, and topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese. They offer a delightful blend of savory flavors with a mild kick, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Filling:
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2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
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1 tablespoon olive oil Allrecipes+1Log in or sign up to view+1
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced Reddit+3Allrecipes+3Damn Delicious+3
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper Allrecipes+1Reddit+1
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Inspired Taste
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1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Damn Delicious
For the Salsa Verde Sauce:
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2 cups salsa verde (store-bought or homemade)
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
For Assembly:
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8 (8-inch) flour or corn tortillas The Whole Cook+1Damn Delicious+1
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1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken Filling:
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In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
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In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the sautéed onion mixture. Stir in the sour cream, cilantro, and Monterey Jack cheese until well mixed.
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Prepare the Salsa Verde Sauce:
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In a medium bowl, mix together the salsa verde, sour cream, and cilantro until smooth.
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Assemble the Enchiladas:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Spread 1/2 cup of the salsa verde sauce over the bottom of the baking dish.
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Place about 1/3 cup of the chicken filling onto each tortilla, roll them up, and place them seam-side down in the baking dish.Inspired Taste
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Bake:
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Pour the remaining salsa verde sauce over the enchiladas, ensuring they are evenly covered. Sprinkle the remaining Monterey Jack cheese on top.Inspired Taste
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Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve:
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Let the enchiladas cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with extra cilantro, sour cream, or sliced jalapeños if desired.
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Notes
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For a spicier version, consider adding diced jalapeños to the chicken filling or using a spicier salsa verde.
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If using corn tortillas, warming them slightly before filling can prevent cracking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg