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Green Chicken Enchiladas

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 400
Delicious green chicken enchiladas that bring comfort and flavor to any family meal, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (Use leftover rotisserie chicken to save time.)
  • 8 pieces corn or flour tortillas (If using corn tortillas, warm them up on a skillet for a few seconds to prevent them from tearing.)
  • 2 cups green salsa (Go for your favorite store-bought brand for convenience, or make your own for a fresh twist.)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack) (Mix cheeses for a richer flavor.)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (Use Greek yogurt as a healthy alternative.)
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (Add more or less based on your taste preference.)
  • Salt and pepper to taste (Don’t be afraid to taste as you go to ensure a balanced flavor.)

Instructions 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with half of the green salsa, salt, and pepper.
  • Lay a tortilla flat, add a portion of the chicken mixture, roll it up, and place it seam-side down in a baking dish.
  • Repeat with remaining tortillas.

Baking

  • Pour the remaining salsa over the enchiladas and sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is melted.
  • Serve with sour cream and cilantro on top.

Notes

Encourage family-style serving right from the baking dish. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to three days, and reheated in the oven or microwave.
Calories: 400kcal
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Chicken Enchiladas, Comfort Food, Enchiladas, Family Dinner, green salsa