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Chicken Enchilada

Cultural Context

Chicken enchiladas are a beloved staple in Mexican cuisine, often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. Traditionally made with corn tortillas filled with chicken and topped with a rich sauce, they embody the flavors of Mexico. Today, enchiladas have become popular worldwide, with various fillings and sauces, reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken breasts
8 corn tortillas
1 cup corn
1 cup flour
2 green onions
1 red onion
1 cup tomatoes
1 tablespoon chipotle
2 cups enchilada sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup green chilies
1 cup stewed tomatoes
2 cups cheese
1 cup sour cream

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Monterey jack is often less expensive and melts well.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

enchilada sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade sauce

💰Cheaper: canned tomato sauce with spices

Canned tomato sauce can be a budget-friendly option.

cooked chicken

🥗Healthier: shredded rotisserie chicken

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Canned chicken is a cost-effective alternative.

1

Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, cumin, and chili powder, mixing well.

2

Sear the chicken on both sides until cooked all the way through.

3

Shred the cooked chicken.

4

Sauté onions and garlic in a pan.

5

Add green chilies and chipotle to the sautéed mixture.

6

Stir in stewed tomatoes and shredded chicken, cooking until combined and heated through.

7

Dip corn tortillas in the enchilada sauce to prevent cracking and enhance flavor.

8

Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, rolling them up tightly.

9

Place the rolled enchiladas in a baking dish.

10

Top the enchiladas with cheese and bake until bubbly.

11

Serve with fresh sour cream.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Enchiladas de Pollo
Local Name: enchilada de pollo

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