Best 6 Delicious Chicken Enchiladas With Green Sauce Recipes

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Chicken enchiladas with green sauce is a classic Mexican dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features tender chicken wrapped in soft tortillas, smothered in a flavorful green sauce, and topped with melted cheese. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps of crafting the perfect chicken enchiladas with green sauce. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey and discover the secrets to creating this mouthwatering dish that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS WITH GREEN CHILE SAUCE (SALSA VERDE)



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Enchiladas made easy! Garnish with diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and any of your favorites!

Provided by VMB

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 whole roasted chicken, bones and skin removed, meat shredded
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
½ (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
¼ cup salsa verde
1 (2.5 ounce) can sliced olives, drained and diced
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ (4 ounce) can diced jalapeno peppers
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup sour cream
½ cup salsa verde
16 corn tortillas
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Combine chicken, onion mixture, cheese blend, cream cheese, salsa verde, olives, cilantro, and jalapenos in a large bowl for the filling. Mix well.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour, then chicken broth. Cook until sauce starts to thicken, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in sour cream and salsa verde; cook until heated through. Spread a spoonful of sauce over the bottoms of two 9x11-inch casserole dishes.
  • Wrap a tortilla in a damp paper towel and microwave for about 30 seconds. Fill with the chicken mixture, roll up, and place seam-side down into a baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas until each dish holds 8 enchiladas.
  • Spoon remaining sauce over the enchiladas. Sprinkle cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 84.2 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 514.3 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

GREEN CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Salsa verde, green chiles, leftover rotisserie chicken and Monterey Jack cheese make for the best weeknight enchiladas ever!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Categories     entree

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium sweet onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 (4-ounce) cans diced green chiles
4 cups coarsely shredded rotisserie chicken
1 (16-ounce) container salsa verde, divided
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
8 (8-inch) flour tortillas, warmed
1/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly oil a 9 x 13 baking dish or coat with nonstick spray. Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, and cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in garlic, oregano and cumin until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in green chiles. In a large bowl, combine green chile mixture, chicken, 1/3 cup salsa verde and cilantro. Stir in 1 1/2 cups cheese; season with salt and pepper, to taste. To assemble the enchiladas, lay tortilla on a flat surface and spoon 1/2-3/4 cups of the chicken mixture in the center. Roll the tortilla and place seam side down onto prepared baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas and chicken mixture. Top with remaining salsa verde and remaining 1 1/2 cups cheese. Place into oven and bake until bubbly, about 35-40 minutes. Serve immediately, topped with dollops of sour cream.

DELICIOUS CHICKEN ENCHILADAS (WITH GREEN SAUCE)



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My friend made something similar to this a couple years ago and I LOVED it. So I decided to make my own version. It's a no-brainer... especially when you buy the roasted chicken from the store beforehand. I make this for game days or dinners... they are ALWAYS a hit with my family and friends. YUM!

Provided by JustLauren

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 24 enchiladas, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 roasted whole chicken (either bought from the grocery store or home baked)
24 corn tortillas (I like white, use more or less depending on the chicken)
28 ounces green enchilada sauce (I use La Victoria)
4 ounces canned diced green chiles
3 cups Mexican blend cheese (more or less, depending how cheesy you like it)
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon Mexican seasoning (use judgment since chicken sizes vary)
salt and pepper
2 cups vegetable oil (use more or less)

Steps:

  • I HAVE TWO WAYS --
  • **********The First way**********.
  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Shred chicken into a medium sized bowl (This is probably my least favorite thing to do).
  • Add Mexican seasoning, salt and pepper, basil, and green chiles to shredded chicken.
  • Place oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat.
  • Place 3 tortillas on a paper towel, place in microwave for 20 sec.
  • Immediately, start putting the chicken mixture into the tortilla, roll up, place in oil.
  • Flip over when one side is light brown.
  • Remove from skillet, tilt the rolled tortilla to drain excess oil onto paper towel, place in large pan.
  • Repeat process until all the chicken is gone.
  • Empty the entire Green Sauce on top of the rolled tortillas.
  • Sprinkle cheese on top. Cover entire pan. (I like mine SUPER cheesy!).
  • Lightly season with mexican seasoning.
  • Bake for 20-30 minutes. Cheese should be bubbling and lightly browned.
  • *******The Second Way*******.
  • This method entirely omits the oil and frying.
  • Grease the bottom of the baking pan with Pam.
  • Place 8 corn tortillas on the bottom of the pan.
  • Place half of the chicken mixture on top of that.
  • Pour between 1/4 to 1/2 of the green sauce can onto the mixture.
  • Place 8 more tortillas on top.
  • Place remaining chicken on top of that.
  • Pour rest of the green sauce.
  • Cover with cheese and season with Mexican seasoning.
  • Bake for 20-30 minutes. Cheese should be bubbling and lightly browned.

GREEN CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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This is one of my favorite ways to reinvent rotisserie or leftover chicken. This weeknight favorite is excellent if you're a meal prepper, and the homemade tomatillo salsa is awesome even on its own served with tortilla chips.

Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound fresh tomatillos, husks and stems removed, coarsely chopped
3 jalapeños, halved, seeded, and coarsely chopped
Juice of 1 lime
1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves and stems, plus more for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Pinch sugar
Nonstick cooking spray, for the baking dish
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
3 cups skinned and shredded rotisserie chicken
2 cups crumbled queso fresco, plus more for garnish
One 8-ounce carton sour cream
3 to 4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
10 soft taco-size flour tortillas
Chopped red onion for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Make the tomatillo salsa: Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatillos, jalapeños, and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil; reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the tomatillos are softened, about 10 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a food processor or blender. Add the lime juice and cilantro. Process until the mixture is smooth. Season to taste with salt, pepper and sugar.
  • For the enchiladas: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Spoon a little of the tomatillo salsa in the bottom of the dish.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic and cumin and cook until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Combine the onion mixture, chicken, queso fresco, sour cream and 2 cups Monterey Jack in a large bowl.
  • Wrap the tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave on high for 1 minute to soften. Divide the chicken filling evenly among the tortillas and roll up, burrito-style. Arrange in the prepared baking dish. Pour the remaining salsa on top and sprinkle with the remaining 1 to 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese.
  • Bake until the cheese is browned and bubbly and the enchiladas are warmed through, 30 to 35 minutes. Garnish with queso fresco, cilantro and red onion, if desired.

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS WITH GREEN SAUCE



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The secret to the wonderful flavor of this sauce is the tomatillo, a fruit generally known as the Mexican green tomato. There is no substitute for the tomatillo, since ordinary unripe tomatoes don't have the same characteristics. Originally from the R.S.V.P. section of a November 1978 Bon Apetite magazine. The recipe request was from Don Hernando's restaurant in the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, Ca.

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories     Chicken

Time 2h45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 26

2 -2 1/2 lbs chicken pieces
2 -3 celery ribs, cut into 1 inch chunks
1 onion, cut into large chunks
salt and pepper
1 quart chicken stock
2 lbs tomatillos, peeled
5 fresh serrano peppers, seeds and pith removed, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 onion, diced
1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, minced
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 pinch sugar
1 pinch salt
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon flour
2 green bell peppers, diced
2 onions, diced
2 large tomatoes, peeled and diced
chicken stock (optional)
salt and pepper
oil
16 corn tortillas
6 slices monterey jack cheese
sour cream, garnish
black olives, sliced, garnish

Steps:

  • Place chicken pieces in large pot and cover with 1 1/2 quarts water.
  • Add celery, onion,salt and pepper and cook until chicken is tender, about 40 minutes.
  • Remove chicken from broth and set aside to cool. Strain stock and reduce further, if necessary, until 1 quart remains;reserve for sauce.
  • For Sauce :.
  • Combine all ingredients except butter and flour in large saucepan.
  • Bring to boil over medium heat,stirring occasionally,and skimming foam off as it rises to the surface.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce is the consistancy of puree (about 1 hour) gently piercing tomatillos with a fork as they become soft.
  • Strain sauce and return to pan.
  • Combine butter and flour to form a paste;add to sauce and cook over medium heat until sauce returns to boil and thickens slightly.
  • Set aside and keep hot.
  • For filling :.
  • Combine peppers, onion, tomatoes, and chilies in a large skillet.
  • Place over medium heat and cook until soft, stirring constantly and moistening with chicken stock if necessary.
  • Remove meat from cooled chicken and shred.
  • Add chicken to filling and cook a few minutes more. Mix well and salt and pepper to taste.
  • To assemble :.
  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
  • Lightly oil skillet and fry tortillas about 10 to 20 seconds on each side until soft.
  • Roll each tortilla gently in paper towel to remove excess oil and keep pliable.
  • Place about 1/4 cup filling in each tortilla, roll up and place seam side down in a lightly greased 9x13 baking dish.
  • Top each with a thin slice of cheese.
  • Bake until heated through and cheese melts, about 20 minutes.
  • Cover with hot green sauce, and top each enchilada with sour cream and olive slices.Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.8, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 77.8, Sodium 402, Carbohydrate 42.4, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 11.5, Protein 26.4

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS WITH CREAMY GREEN SAUCE



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This Mexican favorite makes a festive dish for a Cinco de Mayo party or a fun family dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h55m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken breast halves
Coarse salt and ground pepper
5 garlic cloves, unpeeled
2 jars (16 ounces each) medium green salsa
3/4 cup heavy cream
12 corn tortillas (6-inch)
12 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, coarsely shredded (3 cups)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Season chicken with salt and pepper; place with garlic on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part of breast (avoiding bone) registers 165 degrees, 25 to 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine salsa and cream.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees. Once chicken is cool enough to handle, shred meat, discarding skin and bones. Peel and chop garlic. In a large bowl, combine chicken, garlic, and 1/2 cup salsa mixture.
  • Stack tortillas flat, and wrap in damp paper towels; microwave on high for 1 minute to soften. Working with one tortilla at a time, dip in salsa mixture, lay flat, and fill with 1/3 cup chicken mixture. Roll up and arrange, seam side down, 8 enchiladas lengthwise and 4 crosswise in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Top with remaining salsa mixture, then cheese.
  • Bake until cheese is browned and salsa is bubbling, 40 to 45 minutes; let rest 10 minutes. Serve, sprinkled with cilantro, if desired.

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