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Plate of green chile chicken enchiladas topped with cheese and sauce

Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

These flavorful Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas are a comforting and satisfying meal, featuring tender shredded chicken, zesty green chiles, and melted cheese, all rolled in tortillas and smothered in a rich green enchilada sauce. Perfect for a family dinner or entertaining guests, this dish offers a delicious blend of mild heat and savory goodness.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups Cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 12 Corn tortillas
  • 28 oz can Green enchilada sauce
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 7 oz can Diced green chiles undrained
For Topping (Optional)
  • 0.5 cup Sour cream or Mexican crema
  • 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet (optional, for warming tortillas)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced green chiles (undrained), and 1 cup of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese; mix well.
Assembly
  1. Briefly warm the corn tortillas in the microwave or a dry skillet to make them pliable for rolling.
  2. Spoon about 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture onto each warmed tortilla, roll it up tightly, and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  3. Pour the green enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled enchiladas, ensuring they are all covered.
  4. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese over the top of the sauce-covered enchiladas.
Baking & Serving
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the enchiladas are heated through.
  2. Let the enchiladas rest for a few minutes before serving, then garnish with sour cream and fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can sauté a small diced onion and a clove of minced garlic before adding them to the chicken mixture.