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Green Enchiladas Recipe

Delicious green enchiladas with a tangy tomatillo sauce.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 12 pieces Corn Tortillas
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken, shredded
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack Cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Sour Cream

Green Sauce

  • 1 pound Tomatillos, husked and rinsed
  • 2 pieces Jalapeños, stemmed and seeded
  • 1 cup Cilantro, chopped
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Salt

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Blend tomatillos, jalapeños, cilantro, chicken broth, garlic, and salt until smooth.
  3. In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of the green sauce.
  4. Fill each tortilla with shredded chicken and a bit of cheese, roll up, and place in the baking dish.
  5. Pour remaining green sauce over the enchiladas and top with remaining cheese.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Serve with sour cream on top.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 700mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 3mg

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Enchiladas
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