Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Enchiladas Suizas, a comforting dish that combines tender chicken and a creamy green sauce, all wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with melted cheese. This family-friendly recipe is perfect for any occasion, effortlessly blending rich spices and textures that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 12 corn tortillas
- 1 cup green salsa verde (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup sour cream or crema
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare your chicken filling by poaching the chicken breasts in simmering salted water for 15-20 minutes. Shred the chicken once cooled.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion and garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add salsa verde and broth.
- Stir sour cream into the skillet mixture until smooth to create a rich sauce.
- Warm each tortilla slightly, fill with shredded chicken, roll tightly, and place seam side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle cheese on top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 75mg