Chicken Enchiladas Verdes
Tender chicken enchiladas verdes baked with tangy salsa verde, melty cheese, crema, and fresh toppings for an easy Mexican-inspired dinner.
Equipment
- 9-by-13-inch baking dish
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Tongs
Ingredients
Filling and Sauce
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups salsa verde divided
- 1/2 cup finely chopped white onion
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Assembly
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 tbsp neutral oil for warming the tortillas
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese or Oaxaca cheese
- 1/2 cup Mexican crema or sour cream plus more for serving
Toppings
- 1 large avocado sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced radishes
- 2 oz crumbled queso fresco optional
- 1 lime cut into wedges
Instructions
Prepare the filling:
- Heat the oven to 375°F. Spread 1/2 cup of salsa verde across the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the shredded chicken, 1/2 cup salsa verde, chopped onion, cumin, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
Roll the enchiladas:
- Warm the tortillas in a lightly oiled skillet for a few seconds per side, just until flexible. Keep them covered as you work.
- Spoon the chicken filling down the center of each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
- Pour the remaining salsa verde over the enchiladas, then sprinkle evenly with the shredded cheese.
Bake and serve:
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is melted.
- Let the enchiladas rest for 5 minutes, then drizzle with crema.
- Top with avocado, cilantro, radishes, queso fresco if using, and lime wedges. Serve warm.
Notes
- If using store-bought salsa verde, choose one with a bright tomatillo flavor and moderate heat so the dish stays balanced.
- Corn tortillas are traditional and give the best texture. Warming them first is the key to easy rolling.
- For spicier enchiladas, add chopped roasted jalapeño or serrano to the chicken filling.
Nutrition
Calories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 35gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 980mgFiber: 7gSugar: 6g