Ultimate Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
These enchiladas are filled with shredded chicken and smothered in a flavorful green chile sauce, topped with melted cheese. A delicious and comforting Mexican dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 can green chile enchilada sauce
- 1 can diced green chiles
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 8-10 pieces corn tortillas
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, half of the enchilada sauce, diced green chiles, sour cream, half of the shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet or microwave to make them pliable.
- Spread a thin layer of the remaining enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Take one tortilla, add ¼ cup of the chicken filling, roll it up tightly, and place it seam-side down in the dish.
- Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes, then garnish with cilantro before serving.
Notes
For a spicier kick, consider using hotter green chiles.