New Mexico Style Enchiladas

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
• 1 (4-ounce) can chopped olives
• 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 12 corn tortillas
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper, and cook for 1 minute.
3. Stir in the tomatoes, black beans, green chiles, olives, chicken, and broth. Cook for 10 minutes, or until heated through.
4. Spoon about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture into each of the 12 corn tortillas. Roll up the tortillas and place them seam side down in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
5. Sprinkle the Cheddar cheese over the top of the enchiladas. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Top each enchilada with a dollop of sour cream and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Enchiladas are a traditional Mexican dish made from corn tortillas filled with a variety of ingredients such as cheese, vegetables, meat, and beans.
• New Mexico style enchiladas typically feature red or green chili sauce and Cheddar cheese.
• Enchiladas are traditionally served with sides of rice and beans.