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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
1 Chile poblano
1 Chile Jalapeño
1 Chile serrano
15 tomates de hoja
1 Diente de ajo
1/2 Cebolla blanca
Un puñito de cilantro
Sal al gusto
1/2 Cucharada de caldo de pollo en polvo
3 Papas medianas
1/4 de cuchara de comino molido
Tortillas
Lechuga al gusto
Cebolla blanca picada para decorar
Aguacate
Queso fresco / Queso de rancho

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

Roast the chiles (poblano, jalapeño, serrano) until charred, then peel and remove seeds.

2

Boil the tomatoes with garlic and onion until soft.

3

Blend the roasted chiles, boiled tomatoes, garlic, onion, cilantro, and seasonings (salt, chicken broth powder, cumin) to make the sauce.

4

Boil the potatoes until tender, then mash or chop them.

5

Warm the tortillas and fill them with the potato mixture, then roll them up.

6

Place the filled tortillas in a baking dish and cover with the green sauce.

7

Top with shredded lettuce, diced onion, avocado, and crumbled cheese.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Enchiladas VerdesGreen Chicken Enchiladas
Local Name: Enchiladas Verdes de Pollo

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