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Irresistible Creamy Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

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  • Author: lima
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A quick and creamy dish featuring shredded chicken rolled in tortillas and baked with a flavorful sour cream green sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
  • 1 (10 oz) can green enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, green chiles, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. In another bowl, combine green enchilada sauce and sour cream.
  4. Spread a thin layer of the sauce mixture in the bottom of a baking dish.
  5. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the dish.
  6. Pour remaining sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle with cheese.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, serve with cilantro, lime wedges, or sliced avocado.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg