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Chicken Enchiladas Verdes

Cultural Context

Originating from Mexico, enchiladas are a traditional dish that showcases the rich flavors of the region. Enchiladas Verdes, made with green tomatillo salsa, are especially popular in central and southern Mexico. This dish is often served during celebrations and family gatherings, embodying the warmth of Mexican hospitality. Today, enchiladas have gained global popularity, with variations appearing in many cuisines, adapting to local tastes while maintaining their core essence.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
½ taza de aceite
16 tortillas de maíz
1 pechuga de pollo cocida y desmenuzada
6 tomates verdes
4 chiles jalapeños
¼ de cebolla
½ taza de cilantro
2 hojas de lechuga
1 diente de ajo
½ lata de leche evaporada
1 cucharada de consomé en polvo
2 tazas de lechuga
2 tazas de queso panela rallado

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: crema

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and adds a cheesy flavor.

green salsa

🥗Healthier: homemade tomatillo sauce

💰Cheaper: store-bought salsa

Homemade can be fresher and healthier.

cooked chicken

🥗Healthier: shredded turkey

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Canned chicken is convenient and less expensive.

1

Heat the oil in a pan.

2

Fry the tortillas briefly in the oil until soft.

3

Fill each tortilla with the shredded chicken and roll them up.

4

Blend the green tomatoes, jalapeños, onion, cilantro, garlic, evaporated milk, and consomé until smooth to create the sauce.

5

Pour the sauce over the rolled enchiladas in a serving dish.

6

Garnish with lettuce and sprinkle with queso panela.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Enchiladas VerdesGreen Chicken Enchiladas
Local Name: Enchiladas Verdes de Pollo

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