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Honey Lime Chicken Enchiladas

Cultural Context

Enchiladas are a beloved staple in Mexican cuisine, often filled with various ingredients and topped with sauces. These Honey Lime Chicken Enchiladas combine sweet and tangy flavors, making them a popular choice for family dinners and gatherings. The dish reflects the vibrant culinary traditions of Mexico, where the balance of flavors is key. Today, enchiladas have been embraced globally, with many variations adapting to local tastes.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
6 tablespoons honey
5 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
4 cooked chicken breasts
2 cups cheddar cheese
1/2 cup enchilada sauce
1 cup heavy whipping cream

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 reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

1

Make a marinade by mixing 6 tablespoons of honey, 5 tablespoons of lime juice, 1 tablespoon of chili powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of garlic salt in a bowl.

2

Boil chicken breasts until cooked, then shred them.

3

Coat the shredded chicken with the marinade mixture.

4

Spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce in the bottom of a baking pan.

5

Spoon shredded chicken into the center of a tortilla, add cheese, and roll it up tightly.

6

Place rolled enchiladas seam-side down in the baking dish.

7

Mix remaining enchilada sauce with 1 cup of heavy whipping cream in a bowl.

8

Pour the sauce mixture over the enchiladas and spread it out evenly.

9

Top with the remaining cheese.

10

Bake in the oven at 350°F for about 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and slightly browned.

Cooking Techniques

shreddingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Enchiladas de Pollo con Miel y Lima
Local Name: Enchiladas de pollo con miel y limón

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