Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsEl AztecaEnchiladas Verdes Recipe

Enchiladas Verdes Recipe

Inspired by El Azteca
Time1h
Serves4

Three chicken enchiladas topped with green sauce and served with rice. Topped with lettuce, sour cream, shredded cheese, and a tomato slice.

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Ingredients

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Chicken Filling

Method

Preparation of Chicken Filling

  1. 1

    Cook the Chicken Filling

    In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Add the shredded chicken, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Preparation of Green Sauce

  1. 2

    Make the Green Sauce

    In a saucepan, combine tomatillos, jalapeño, whole garlic, quartered onion, cilantro, salt, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until tomatillos are soft. Allow to cool slightly, then blend until smooth. Set aside.

Assembly

  1. 3

    Assemble the Enchiladas

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a clean skillet, heat the corn tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable. Spoon about 1/3 cup of the chicken filling onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a baking dish. Repeat until all tortillas are filled.

  2. 4

    Add the Sauce and Cheese

    Pour the green sauce evenly over the enchiladas and sprinkle the shredded cheese on top. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  3. 5

    Serve the Enchiladas

    Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Serve topped with shredded lettuce, a dollop of sour cream, and tomato slices alongside cooked rice.

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