Delicious Green Sauce Enchiladas Recipe with a Tangy Twist

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Delicious Green Sauce Enchiladas Recipe with a Tangy Twist
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 02, 2024

These green sauce enchiladas are a perfect blend of tangy and savory flavors, topped with melted cheese and filled with hearty ingredients. They make for a satisfying meal that is easy to prepare and will leave your taste buds wanting more.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
  • 1 can green enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 can diced green chilies
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F
  2. In a skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent
  3. Add the shredded chicken, green chilies, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for a few minutes until well combined
  4. Warm the corn tortillas in a microwave or on a skillet
  5. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll it up, and place it in a greased baking dish
  6. Pour the green enchilada sauce over the enchiladas
  7. Top with sour cream and shredded cheese
  8. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly
  9. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like sliced avocado, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime

Interesting Facts

  • Green sauce enchiladas are a popular Mexican dish that originated in the state of Sinaloa
  • The green sauce is made from tomatillos, green chilies, and other spices, giving it a tangy and spicy flavor
  • Enchiladas can be traced back to pre-Columbian times when the Aztecs, Mayans, and other indigenous peoples of Mexico popularized the dish