Enchiladas Verdes Recipe
Corn tortillas filled with chicken and topped with green sauce.
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Ingredients
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Filling
Green Sauce
Enchiladas
Method
Filling Preparation
- 1
Combine Filling Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, chopped onion, chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
Green Sauce Preparation
- 2
Prepare Green Sauce
In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add the tomatillos and jalapeños, and cook for about 10 minutes until they are tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
- 3
Assembling Enchiladas
- 4
Prepare Tortillas
In a skillet, lightly heat the corn tortillas to make them pliable, about 30 seconds on each side.
- 5
Fill Tortillas
Place about 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken filling in the center of each tortilla. Roll them up tightly and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- 6
Add Sauce and Cheese
Once all tortillas are filled and placed in the baking dish, pour the prepared green sauce evenly over the enchiladas. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
Baking
- 7
Bake
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the enchiladas for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
- 8
Serve
Remove the enchiladas from the oven and let sit for a few minutes. Serve warm, topped with sour cream and sliced avocado if desired.