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Chicken Enchiladas

Cultural Context

Enchiladas are a traditional Mexican dish that dates back to the Aztec era, where tortillas were filled with various ingredients and rolled. They have evolved over time, incorporating different meats, sauces, and toppings, reflecting regional variations across Mexico. Today, enchiladas are popular in many parts of the world, often served with sides like rice and beans, and are a staple in Mexican cuisine.

MexicanMXmain
40 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
0.8 to 1 kg. raw chicken (cubed)
1 cup water
garlic salt
2 to 3 tsp. olive oil
4 cloves garlic (chopped)
1/2 onion (diced)
salt & ground black pepper
1 to 2 tsp. cumin powder
1/2 green bell pepper (diced)
1 cup of salsa
1 to 2 Tbsp. cilantro
4 Tbsp. sour cream
1 tsp. cumin powder (additional/optional)
6 tortilla wraps
1 cup shredded cheese

cooked chicken

🥗Healthier: shredded turkey

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Turkey is leaner and lower in calories; canned chicken is often more affordable.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories; processed cheese is usually cheaper.

enchilada sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: store-brand enchilada sauce

Homemade sauce can be healthier with fresh ingredients; store brands are often less expensive.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic and onion until translucent.

3

Add cubed chicken, water, garlic salt, salt, black pepper, cumin powder, and green bell pepper; cook until chicken is done.

4

Mix in salsa and cilantro, and remove from heat.

5

Warm tortilla wraps in a pan until pliable.

6

Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a baking dish.

7

Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the tortillas.

8

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 10 minutes.

9

Remove foil and bake for an additional 14 minutes until cheese is bubbly.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbakingrolling

Equipment Needed

skilletbaking dishpanoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Enchiladas de Pollo
Local Name: enchiladas de pollo

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