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Chicken Verde Enchiladas

Chicken Verde Enchiladas

Make tasty Chicken Verde Enchiladas using rotisserie chicken and salsa verde. It costs around $15-$20 and takes about 50 minutes from start to finish. Mix shredded chicken with cheese and spices, wrap it in tortillas, and bake with salsa verde and more cheese. After 25-30 minutes, let it rest for 5 minutes and enjoy a tasty dinner. You can customize the spice level and add extras like onions or beans if you like. Easy to make and perfect for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 people
Calories 500 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking dish (9x13 inches)
  • Skillet
  • Mixing spoons
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 rotisserie chicken shredded
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 12 small flour tortillas
  • 2 cups salsa verde (your favorite jarred variety)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese, 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, warm the flour tortillas for about 20 seconds on each side to make them pliable.
  • Spoon the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, roll them up, and place them seam side down in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the salsa verde and sour cream. Pour the mixture evenly over the rolled tortillas.
  • Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top of the enchiladas.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the enchiladas are heated through.
  • Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  1. Customize the level of spiciness by choosing mild or spicy salsa verde.
  2. Add diced onions or black beans to the chicken mixture for extra flavor and texture.
  3. These enchiladas make great leftovers; simply reheat in the oven or microwave for a quick and delicious meal the next day.
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