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Green Enchiladas

Easy Chicken Green Enchiladas Recipe with Creamy Salsa and Cheese

Delicious green enchiladas filled with chicken and topped with creamy salsa and cheese for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 can (4 oz) green chilies
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 6 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup green salsa
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Forks
  • Stove

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Boil chicken breasts in salted water for about 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Shred the chicken using two forks.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with minced garlic, chopped cilantro, green chilies, salt, and pepper.
  4. Spoon filling onto each tortilla and roll tightly. Place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  5. Pour green salsa over the enchiladas and top with shredded cheese.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18g

Notes

Feel free to swap out the chicken for shredded beef or beans for a vegetarian option. Add jalapeños for extra heat if desired.

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