Best 17 Enchiladas Verdes Recipes

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Enchiladas verdes, a classic Mexican dish, is a culinary treasure that tantalizes the taste buds with its delightful flavors and vibrant green sauce. This mouthwatering dish is a harmonious blend of zesty, creamy, and savory elements, offering a delightful experience for food enthusiasts. With its rich cultural significance and endless possibilities for customization, enchiladas verdes has captured hearts across the globe. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the world of enchiladas verdes, exploring the secrets of its enticing flavors, versatile variations, and the art of crafting this remarkable dish.

Here are our top 17 tried and tested recipes!

AUTHENTIC ENCHILADAS VERDES



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These enchiladas are made with a fresh green salsa, just like you would find in a Mexican restaurant or better yet, in a Mexican home.

Provided by PattiVerde

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 bone-in chicken breast halves
2 cups chicken broth
¼ white onion
1 clove garlic
2 teaspoons salt
1 pound fresh tomatillos, husks removed
5 serrano peppers
¼ white onion
1 clove garlic
1 pinch salt
12 corn tortillas
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 cup crumbled queso fresco
½ white onion, chopped
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine chicken breast with chicken broth, one quarter onion, a clove of garlic, and 2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a boil, and then boil for 20 minutes. Reserve broth, set chicken aside to cool, and discard onion and garlic. When cool enough to handle, shred chicken with your hands.
  • Place tomatillos and serrano chiles in a pot with water, enough to cover them. Bring to boil, and continue boiling until tomatillos turn a different shade of green (from bright green to a dull, army green). Strain tomatillos and chiles, and place in a blender with another quarter piece of onion, 1 clove garlic, and a pinch of salt. Pour in reserved chicken broth, so that liquid just covers the veggies in the blender by about an inch. Blend all ingredients until they are completely pureed. Pour salsa in a medium saucepan, and bring to a low boil.
  • Pour oil in a frying pan, and allow to get very hot. Slightly fry tortillas one by one in hot oil, setting each on a paper towel afterwards to soak some of the oil. Finally, dip slightly fried tortillas in low-boiling green salsa, until tortillas become soft again. Place on plates, 3 per person.
  • Fill or top tortillas with shredded chicken, then extra green sauce. Top with crumbled cheese, chopped onion, and chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 559.4 calories, Carbohydrate 48.9 g, Cholesterol 84 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 37.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 1344 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

ENCHILADAS VERDES



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I learned this recipe from an amazing cook from Puebla. I've been perfecting it for over 15 years and realized that it was time to share it when my foodie friends tried to drink the sauce out of the saucepan. I use the roasted or baked chicken from the grocery store. I did it once only to save time, but found that they are tastier. Be conservative with the cream and the cheese. Do not use sour cream!

Provided by gem

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cloves garlic
3 serrano peppers
2 ¼ pounds small green tomatillos, husks removed
1 cup vegetable oil for frying
9 corn tortillas
3 cups water
4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
½ store-bought rotisserie chicken, meat removed and shredded
¼ head iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 cup cilantro leaves
1 (8 ounce) container Mexican crema, crema fresca
1 cup grated cotija cheese

Steps:

  • Cover a large griddle with aluminum foil and preheat to medium-high.
  • Cook the garlic, serrano peppers, and tomatillos on the hot griddle until toasted and blackened, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes for the garlic, 10 minutes for the peppers, and 15 minutes for the tomatillos. Remove to a bowl and allow to cool.
  • Heat oil in a small, deep skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Using kitchen tongs, fry the tortillas individually, turning them once. They shouldn't be in the hot oil for more than 5 seconds per side. Remove excess oil with paper towels and keep warm. Remember that the hotter the oil, the less that the tortillas will absorb.
  • Place the toasted garlic, serrano peppers, tomatillos, and the water in a blender and blend until smooth; pour into a saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil. Dissolve the chicken bouillon into the mixture, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook at a simmer until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes. The sauce shouldn't be too thick.
  • Soak three tortillas in the sauce, one at a time, for a few seconds, fill them with shredded chicken, sprinkle the meat with some of the sauce, roll them and place them seam side down on a pasta bowl. Spoon a generous amount of sauce over them and top them with lettuce, cilantro, crema, and cotija cheese. Pour a little more sauce over the whole thing if desired. Repeat the procedure twice more. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.8 g, Cholesterol 69.6 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 222.3 mg, Sugar 6 g

TURKEY ENCHILADAS VERDES



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Planning a fiesta night? These authentic-tasting enchiladas in spicy green sauce will please the whole family and you'll be thankful for turkey leftovers. -Karyn Power, Arlington, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

32 corn tortillas (6 inches)
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon canola oil, divided
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cups cubed cooked turkey
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tablespoon chopped pickled jalapeno slices
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
3 cans (10 ounces each) green enchilada sauce
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
Optional: Sour cream, chopped tomato, chopped cilantro and additional pickled jalapeno slices

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, fry tortillas in batches, using 1/3 cup oil, for 5 seconds on each side or until golden. Drain on paper towels., In the same skillet, saute onion in remaining oil until tender. Stir in the turkey, tomatoes, jalapenos, taco seasoning, cumin, oregano and basil; heat through. , Combine enchilada sauce and soup. Spread 1/2 cup mixture into each of two 13x9-in. baking dishes. Place 2 tablespoons turkey mixture down the center of each tortilla; top with 1 tablespoon cheese. Roll up and place seam side down in prepared dishes. Pour remaining sauce over the top. , Cover and bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Garnish with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 906mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

ENCHILADAS VERDES



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These enchiladas are easy to make ahead and refrigerate until you're ready to bake. After quickly cooking the tortillas in hot oil, I layer them between paper napkins to soak up excess oil.-Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 small garlic clove, minced
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 package (8 ounces) process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
3/4 cup evaporated milk
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
12 corn tortillas (6 inches)
1/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and salt over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in cheddar cheese; set aside., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook and stir the soup, process cheese and milk over medium heat until cheese is melted. Stir in chilies and pimientos., In a large skillet, fry tortillas, one at a time, in oil for 5 seconds on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. , Place a scant 1/4 cup of reserved meat mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down in greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Pour cheese sauce over the top. , Cover and bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 676 calories, Fat 41g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 1406mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

SPICY ENCHILADAS VERDES DE QUESO



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My mother-in-law hails from the small town of Alpoyeca, Guerrero in Mexico. She makes the most delicious Enchiladas Verdes, and I wanted to share this authentic Mexican recipe with everyone. A word of warning, I am not going to alter her recipe so people who can't handle spiciness might want to add more water or less jalapenos. Enjoy!

Provided by red5

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h40m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 jalapeno peppers, stems removed
3 fresh tomatillos, husks removed - stemmed and halved
½ yellow onion
2 cloves garlic
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
water, or as needed to cover
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 ½ cubes chicken bouillon
1 sprig fresh cilantro
vegetable oil
20 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 (12 ounce) package queso fresco (Mexican fresh cheese), shredded
½ head lettuce, shredded
1 small red onion, chopped
5 tablespoons sour cream, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place jalapeno peppers, tomatillos, yellow onion, garlic, and cumin in a blender; pour in enough water to cover the vegetables. Blend until liquified, about 1 minute.
  • Heat 1/3 cup vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat just until oil has begun to warm, about 30 seconds; pour the blended jalapeno mixture into the oil. Stir in chicken bouillon cubes and cilantro. Reduce heat to medium and cook sauce for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove green sauce from heat and allow to stand while you complete remaining steps.
  • Heat 1 cup vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Using a tongs, place each tortilla into the hot oil and fry for a few seconds on each side. Tortillas will be pliable; do not overcook.
  • Immerse the fried tortilla into the green sauce to coat; place tortilla on a serving plate. Sprinkle tortilla with about 2 teaspoons shredded queso fresco cheese and roll into a thin enchilada. It's easiest if one person is frying tortillas while another person dips in sauce, fills with cheese, and rolls the tortillas.
  • Place enchiladas onto serving plates; spoon with remaining green sauce and sprinkle with remaining queso fresco cheese. Spread shredded lettuce over the enchiladas and sprinkle with chopped red onion. Top servings with a tablespoon of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.8 g, Cholesterol 28.6 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 8.6 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 498.7 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

ENCHILADAS VERDES (GREEN ENCHILADAS)



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Experience authentic Mexican flavor with this award-winning recipe. A family favorite created by my mother, enchiladas verdes explodes in your mouth with just the right amount of spice and tang. This is my favorite Mexican dish and it's sure to become yours too.

Provided by Muy Bueno

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 Anaheim chile peppers
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups buttermilk, divided
2 teaspoons salt, or as needed
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ cup canola oil for frying
12 (6 inch) white corn tortillas, or more as needed
1 white onion, diced
1 ½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
¼ cup crumbled queso fresco
½ cup Mexican crema (cream)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Arrange peppers on prepared baking sheet.
  • Broil peppers in the preheated oven until skins begin to blister and turn black, about 5 minutes. Turn peppers and repeat until other side is evenly blistered and blackened.
  • Place peppers in a plastic resealable bag, seal, and cover with a kitchen towel. Let peppers sit so the steam loosens the outer skin, about 10 minutes. Remove peppers from bag and rub off blackened skin. Break open and remove seeds and stem.
  • Blend peppers, flour, and 2 cups buttermilk in a blender until creamy. Transfer to a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add remaining 2 cups buttermilk and stir. Season with salt. Simmer until sauce is thickened, 5 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add chicken. Boil until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear, about 25 minutes. Drain, cool, and shred chicken.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry corn tortillas in hot oil, working in batches, until just softened, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Pour about 1 cup of pepper enchilada sauce into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Fill each tortilla with shredded chicken, diced onion, and 1 to 2 tablespoons Monterey Jack cheese. Roll tortilla around the filling and place seam-side down into the pepper enchilada sauce in the baking dish. Top enchiladas with remaining pepper sauce, remaining Monterey Jack cheese, and queso fresco.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until sauce is bubbling and cheese is melted, 20 to 25 minutes. Top with Mexican crema to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.3 calories, Carbohydrate 44.1 g, Cholesterol 101.2 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 1182.5 mg, Sugar 14.7 g

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS VERDES



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I used several chicken enchilada recipes and made up my own! We just started growing tomatillos and are finding many ways to use them!

Provided by Ann Shriner Thomas

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds tomatillos, husked and cut in half
2 bunches green onions, ends trimmed
5 jalapeno peppers, halved and seeded
4 cloves garlic, or more to taste
2 cups chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup chicken stock
1 lime, juiced
1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
12 corn tortillas
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup crumbled queso fresco

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Combine tomatillos, green onions, jalapeno peppers, and garlic together in a baking dish.
  • Roast vegetables in the preheated oven until softened and fragrant, about 20 minutes. Remove from oven and increase oven temperature to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C)
  • Pour roasted vegetables, cilantro, chicken stock, lime juice, and salt into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until a smooth salsa consistency is reached.
  • Place 6 tortillas, overlapping, in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover tortillas with 1/2 the chicken. Top chicken with 1/2 the mozzarella cheese and pour 1/2 the salsa over the cheese. Repeat layering process with remaining tortillas, chicken, mozzarella cheese, and salsa. Sprinkle crumbled queso fresco over the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 94.3 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 39.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 857.5 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

KALE-POTATO ENCHILADAS VERDES



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Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 10 enchiladas

Number Of Ingredients 18

Salt
2 pounds husked and rinsed tomatillos
2 cloves garlic
1 large bunch fresh cilantro, thick stems removed
1 large jalapeno (optionally seeded)
1/4 large white onion
2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 large onion, chopped
2 cups loosely packed chopped kale (thick stems removed)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 cup Mexican crema
1 1/4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Nonstick cooking spray, for spraying the baking dish
Vegetable oil, for frying the tortillas
10 tortillas

Steps:

  • For the salsa verde: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add some salt. Add the tomatillos, garlic, cilantro, jalapeno and onion and bring back to a boil. Boil until the tomatillos turn olive green, about 10 minutes. Strain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid. Transfer the ingredients from the pot to a blender with the reserved cooking liquid and puree until smooth. Return the mixture to the same (empty) pot, bring to a boil and boil until the sauce is darker green and reduced, 20 to 25 minutes. Season with 1 teaspoon salt or to taste and set aside.
  • For the enchiladas: Put the potatoes in a pot with enough water to cover, add some salt and cover the pot. Bring to a boil, lower to a simmer and simmer until the potatoes are fork-tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large pan. Add the garlic and onion and saute until golden, about 5 minutes. Add the kale and saute until wilted, about 5 minutes more. Mix in the butter and 1/4 cup of the crema until melted and smooth. Gently mix in the potatoes and 1 cup of the cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set the filling aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 13-by-9-inch glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Heat enough vegetable oil to come 1 inch up the sides of a skillet to 350 degrees F over medium heat. Make an assembly line close to the stove top. Place half of the salsa verde in a cake pan (reserve the rest for topping) and put a cutting board and the potato-kale filling nearby.
  • Dip a tortilla in the hot oil until golden but still pliable. Using tongs, transfer it to the cake pan with the salsa verde and turn to coat. Place the dipped tortilla on the cutting board, stuff with a scant 1/4 cup of the potato-kale filling and roll up. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, salsa verde and filling.
  • Transfer the stuffed tortillas to the prepared baking dish. Top with the reserved salsa verde and remaining 1/4 cup crema and 1/4 cup cheese. Bake until darkened in spots, about 30 minutes. Serve slightly cooled.

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN ENCHILADAS VERDES



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My sister-in-law was born and raised in Mexico City. She taught me how to make these. They take some time, but for those of us who love to cook and enjoy the fruits of our labor - this will be a real treat. You will need a blender or food processor for the sauce. This recipe makes 24 enchiladas. Enough for a crowd, or to freeze. If you are going to take this much time, you may as well have plenty! It can be halved, if you prefer. The sauce and stuffing can be prepared in advance.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Chicken

Time 2h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 quarts water
25 medium tomatillos, husked
3 onions, halves peeled
10 garlic cloves, peeled
10 serrano chilies, seeded (can be adjusted to taste, I use latex gloves, watch those eyes!!!)
30 sprigs fresh cilantro
2/3 cup vegetable oil
2 slices onions
salt
2 quarts water
3 whole chicken breasts, halved
1 medium onion, thickly sliced
4 garlic cloves, peeled
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
24 (5 inch) corn tortillas (freshest you can find)
15 sprigs fresh cilantro
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 cups creme fraiche or 3 cups sour cream
4 cups grated monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare sauce: Heat water in large pot to boiling.
  • Add tomatillos, 2 onion halves, 6 garlic cloves, and 7 serrano chiles.
  • Simmer uncovered 30 minutes.
  • Let cool slightly, then drain, reserving about 1 cup cooking liquid.
  • Place solids in blender or food processor.
  • Add remaining onion half, 4 garlic cloves, 3 chiles, the cilantro, and about 1/2 cup cooking liquid.
  • Process until smooth.
  • Heat oil in medium saucepan.
  • Add onion slices and saute until lightly browned.
  • Stir in sauce and season with salt.
  • Simmer uncovered until slightly thickened, about 30- 45 minutes.
  • If sauce thickens too much, thin it with remaining cooking liquid.
  • Meanwhile, when the sauce ingredients are simmering, prepare stuffing.
  • Heat 2 qt water in large pot to boiling.
  • Add chicken, onion, garlic, and salt to taste.
  • Simmer just until chicken is cooked through, about 30 minutes.
  • Let cool, then remove chicken from liquid.
  • Remove and discard skin and bones; shred meat.
  • Prepare tortillas: When the sauce is nearly ready and the stuffing is ready, heat small amount of oil in skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook tortillas one at a time, turning once, just until flexible but not crisp, about 20 seconds each.
  • Drain on a thick layer of paper towels wrapped up inside a clean cloth kitchen towel (or tortilla warmer).
  • This will drain them and keep them soft and warm.
  • Heat oven to 3500°F.
  • Coat two 13x9 baking pans with vegetable oil.
  • Dip each tortilla in sauce.
  • Fill tortillas with shredded chicken and roll up.
  • Arrange a dozen filled tortillas in each pan.
  • Top with green sauce.
  • Spoon creme fraiche (or sour cream) over sauce.
  • Sprinkle chopped onion and cilantro over the top.
  • Sprinkle cheese over all.
  • Bake for 25 minutes.
  • Broil briefly if the top needs some browning.
  • Serve hot with refried beans.
  • Note:.
  • To freeze: Prepare recipe through step 26. Place rolled enchiladas on a baking sheet and freeze until firm. Transfer to a freezer bag. Seal, label and freeze. Place sauce in a second freezer bag and place both bags in a larger bag. Seal and freeze.
  • To serve: Thaw in fridge overnight. Complete assembly and bake as directed in recipe.

ENCHILADAS VERDES



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After watching this episode of America's Test Kitchen, I had to make this! I used canned tomatillos and poblano chiles (28 oz. can) and it tasted wonderful! So fresh and delicious! I didn't think it was too spicy, even using Pepper Jack cheese. Here are the comments from their original recipe: "You can substitute three 11-ounce cans of tomatillos, drained and rinsed, for the fresh ones in this recipe. Halve large tomatillos (more than 2 inches in diameter) and place them skin-side up for broiling to ensure even cooking and charring. If you can't find poblanos, substitute 4 large jalapeño chiles (with seeds and ribs removed). To increase the spiciness of the sauce, reserve some of the chiles' ribs and seeds and add them to the food processor."

Provided by Pismo

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 8-12 enchiladas, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
3 medium garlic cloves, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (2 to 3 breasts)
1 1/2 lbs tomatillos, husks and stems removed, rinsed well and dried (16 to 20 medium)
3 medium poblano chiles, halved lengthwise, stemmed, and seeded (I used a 28 oz. can)
1 -2 1/2 teaspoon sugar
table salt
ground black pepper
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
8 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese (2 cups, I used 12 oz. or about 3 cups) or 8 ounces monterey jack cheese, grated (2 cups, I used 12 oz. or about 3 cups)
12 (6 inch) corn tortillas (I used 8 8-inch flour tortillas)
2 medium scallions, sliced thin
thinly sliced radish
sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat 2 teaspoons oil in medium saucepan over medium heat until shimmering; add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until golden, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Add 2 teaspoons garlic and cumin; cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Decrease heat to low and stir in broth.
  • Add chicken, cover, and simmer until instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of chicken registers 160 degrees, 15 to 20 minutes, flipping chicken halfway through cooking.
  • Transfer chicken to large bowl; place in refrigerator to cool, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove 1/4 cup liquid from saucepan and set aside; discard remaining liquid.
  • If using fresh tomatillos and poblano chiles adjust oven racks to middle and highest positions and heat broiler (if using canned, skip to step 11 ).
  • Toss tomatillos and poblanos with remaining 2 teaspoons oil; arrange on rimmed baking sheet lined with foil, with poblanos skin-side up.
  • Broil until vegetables blacken and start to soften, 5 to 10 minutes, rotating pan halfway through cooking.
  • Cool 10 minutes, then remove skin from poblanos (leave tomatillo skins intact).
  • Transfer tomatillos and chiles to food processor.
  • Set oven temperature to 350 degrees.
  • Discard foil from baking sheet and set baking sheet aside for warming tortillas.
  • Add 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, remaining teaspoon garlic, and reserved cooking liquid to food processor; process until sauce is somewhat chunky, about eight 1-second pulses.
  • Taste sauce; season with salt and pepper and adjust tartness by stirring in remaining sugar, 1/2 teaspoon at a time.
  • Set sauce aside (you should have about 3 cups).
  • When chicken is cool, pull into shreds using hands or 2 forks, then chop into small bite-sized pieces.
  • Combine chicken with cilantro and 1 1/2 cups cheese; season with salt.
  • Smear bottom of 13- by 9-inch baking dish with 3/4 cup tomatillo sauce.
  • Place tortillas on 2 baking sheets; spray both sides of tortillas lightly with cooking spray.
  • Bake until tortillas are soft and pliable, 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Increase oven temperature to 450 degrees.
  • Place warm tortillas on countertop and spread 1/3 cup filling down center of each tortilla.
  • Roll each tortilla tightly and place in baking dish, seam-side down.
  • Pour remaining tomatillo sauce over top of enchiladas; use back of spoon to spread sauce so that it coats top of each tortilla.
  • Sprinkle with remaining cheese and cover baking dish with foil.
  • Bake enchiladas on middle rack until heated through and cheese is melted, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Uncover, sprinkle with scallions, and serve immediately, passing radishes and sour cream separately.

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS VERDES



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Roasted tomatillos and two types of chiles, packed with vitamin C, are blended into an intensely flavorful sauce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

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

Yield Makes 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds bone-in chicken breast halves, skin removed
1/2 medium white onion, halved crosswise
1 whole garlic clove
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
2 cups loosely packed fresh cilantro
1 1/2 pounds tomatillos, husked and rinsed
1 jalapeno chile
1 poblano chile
8 six-inch corn tortillas
2 ounces reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese, grated (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup sour cream, thinned with 2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Place chicken, 1/2 of the onion, the garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan. Add enough water to cover by at least 1 inch. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat. Simmer until chicken is cooked through, 18 to 22 minutes. Reserve 3/4 cup of the cooking liquid; set aside.
  • Let chicken cool on a plate. When cool enough to handle, shred (discard bones). Coarsely chop 1/2 cup cilantro, and toss with chicken.
  • Preheat broiler, with the rack about 6 inches from heat source. Broil tomatillos and chiles on a rimmed baking sheet, rotating them as they blacken, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool. Remove the blackened skins, stems, ribs, and seeds (optional) from chiles. Reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees.
  • Coarsely puree tomatillos and chile flesh in a blender with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, remaining 1 1/2 cups cilantro, and reserved 3/4 cup cooking liquid. Transfer salsa to a large bowl.
  • Using tongs, toast tortillas over an open flame of a gas stove, 5 to 10 seconds per side. (Or heat the tortillas in a skillet over high heat.)
  • Dip 1 tortilla into salsa to coat lightly. Place 1/3 cup chicken on half of tortilla. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons cheese on top, and roll up. Place it seam side down in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Repeat to make more enchiladas, lining them up snugly in dish. Spoon remaining salsa on top, and bake until heated through, about 20 minutes.
  • Slice remaining onion, and scatter over top; drizzle with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 g, Cholesterol 55 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 197 g

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS WITH TOMATILLO SAUCE (ENCHILADAS VERDES)



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From Goya's "Taste of the Americas: Mexico" booklet, enchiladas (Mexico's comfort food) are made with an authentic green tomatillo sauce. Some changes were made for simplicity or variations.

Provided by ElleFirebrand

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
adobo seasoning, to taste
1/2 white onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup sour cream
3 serrano chilies
2 (26 ounce) cans whole tomatillos, drained
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup white onion, chopped
3 tablespoons cilantro
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
12 corn tortillas or 12 flour tortillas
1 cup sour cream
1/2 white onion, diced
1 cup queso fresco or 1 cup monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Season chicken with adobo. Place chicken, onion, garlic in saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium, cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes. Remove from heat and let chicken cook in broth. Shred chicken meat, approximately 4 cups. Mix with sour cream.
  • Put chilies in saucepan with enough water to cover, bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer for 10 minutes. In batches, puree chilies, tomatillos, garlic, onion and cilantro in blender until smooth.
  • In skillet on medium-high heat, heat oil until it starts to smoke. Add tomatillo sauce and cook, stirring constantly. When sauce begins to bubble, lower heat and cook for 5 minutes until noticeably darker and thicker. Season sauce with Adobo. There should be about 3 cups of sauce. If needed, stir in chicken broth.
  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Using your fingers, dip each tortilla briefly in sauce, covering both sides. Place on plate, spread on large spoonful of filling and roll up. Place seem side down in baking dish and repeat for each enchilada. Cover with remaining sauce, cover with foil and heat in oven for 10 minutes or until enchiladas are heated through. Top with sour cream, onions and cheese. Serve immediately.

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS VERDES



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Wrap chicken and tomatillo salsa in Old El Paso® tortillas for a delicious Mexican dinner - ready in just 25 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
1 1/2 cups green tomatillo salsa
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese (4 oz)
1/4 teaspoon kosher (coarse) salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
8 Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for soft tacos & fajitas (6 inch; from 8.2-oz package)

Steps:

  • Set oven control to broil. Spray 13x9-inch broiler-safe (not glass) baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In medium microwavable bowl, mix chicken, 1/2 cup of the salsa, 1/2 cup of the cheese, the salt and pepper. Microwave uncovered on High 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Spoon about 1/3 cup chicken mixture down center of each tortilla; roll up. Place, seam side down, in baking dish. Pour remaining 1 cup salsa over enchiladas; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Broil with top about 6 inches from heat 8 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 790 mg

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN ENCHILADAS VERDES



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Categories     Chicken     Bake     Casserole/Gratin

Yield 12 People

Number Of Ingredients 24

Verde Sauce
3 quarts water
25 medium tomatillos, husked
3 onions, halves peeled
10 garlic cloves, peeled
10 serrano chilies, seeded (Can be adjusted to taste, I use latex gloves, watch those
eyes!!!)
30 sprigs fresh cilantro
2/3 cup vegetable oil
2 slices onions
salt
Stuffing
2 quarts water
3 whole chicken breasts, halved
1 medium onion, thickly sliced
4 garlic cloves, peeled
Tortillas
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
24 (5 inch) corn tortillas (freshest you can find)
Garnish
15 sprigs fresh cilantro
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 cups creme fraiche or sour cream
4 cups grated monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare sauce: Heat water in large pot to boiling. Add tomatillos, 2 onion halves, 6 garlic cloves, and 7 serrano chiles. Simmer uncovered 30 minutes. Let cool slightly, then drain, reserving about 1 cup cooking liquid. Place solids in blender or food processor. Add remaining onion half, 4 garlic cloves, 3 chiles, the cilantro, and about 1/2 cup cooking liquid. Process until smooth. Heat oil in medium saucepan. Add onion slices and saute until lightly browned. theme Stir in sauce and season with salt. Simmer uncovered until slightly thickened, about 30- 45 minutes. If sauce thickens too much, thin it with remaining cooking liquid. Meanwhile, when the sauce ingredients are simmering, prepare stuffing. Heat 2 qt water in large pot to boiling. Add chicken, onion, garlic, and salt to taste. Simmer just until chicken is cooked through, about 30 minutes. Let cool, then remove chicken from liquid. Remove and discard skin and bones; shred meat. Prepare tortillas: When the sauce is nearly ready and the stuffing is ready, heat small amount of oil in skillet over medium heat. Cook tortilas one at a time, turning once, just until flexible but not crisp, about 20 seconds each. Drain on a thick layer of paper towels wrapped up inside a clean cloth kitchen towel (or tortilla warmer). This will drain them and keep them soft and warm. Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat two 13 X 9 baking pans with vegetable oil. Dip each tortilla in sauce. Fill tortillas with shredded chicken and roll up. Arrange a dozen filled tortillas in each pan. Top with green sauce. Spoon creme fraiche (or sour cream) over sauce. Sprinkle chopped onion and cilantro over the top. Sprinkle cheese over all. Bake for 25 minutes. Broil briefly if the top needs some browning

ENCHILADAS VERDES



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If you eat all of the Double-Herb Roasted Chicken, use a prepackaged rotisserie chicken (available in the meat section of the supermarket) for this recipe. Asadero, originally from Mexico, is a semisoft cow's milk cheese with a bright, pungent flavor.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 4 servings (serving size: 2 en

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 1/2 cups shredded Double-Herb Roasted Chicken (about 12 ounces)
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded asadero cheese or Asiago cheese
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/3 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup fat-free sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Salsa verde, recipe follows
Nonstick cooking spray
8 (6-inch) corn tortillas
1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
Sliced jalapeno pepper (optional)
1 pound tomatillos (about 15)
1 1/4 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • To prepare enchilada filling, combine chicken and next 9 ingredients (chicken through black pepper) in a large bowl. Spread 1/2 cup salsa verde in bottom of a 13 by 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Warm tortillas according to package directions. Spoon about 1/3 cup chicken mixture down center of each tortilla; roll up. Arrange enchiladas, seam sides down, crosswise in dish. Pour remaining salsa verde evenly over enchiladas. Cover and bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Serve with sour cream, and garnish with sliced jalapeno, if desired.
  • To prepare salsa verde, discard husks and stems from tomatillos; cut into quarters. Combine tomatillos, 11/4 cups broth, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and chopped jalapeno in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until tomatillos are tender. Cool slightly. Place salsa verde in a blender or food processor, and process until smooth or mash with a potato masher. Place a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add salsa verde; cook until reduced to 2 cups (about 1 minute).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386, Fat 11.5 grams, SaturatedFat 3.9 grams, Cholesterol 86 milligrams, Sodium 841 milligrams, Carbohydrate 38.9 grams, Fiber 4.8 grams, Protein 36.5 grams

ENCHILADAS VERDES



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Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Time 45m

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 bone-in chicken breast halves
2 cups chicken stock
1/4 white onion
1 clove garlic
2 tsp. salt
1 pound fresh tomatillos, husks removed
3 serrano peppers
1/4 white onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pinch salt
12 white corn tortillas
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup crumbled queso fresco
1/2 white onion, chopped
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. In a saucepan, combine chicken breast with chicken stock, one quarter onion, a clove of garlic, and 2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a light boil, and then simmer for 20 minutes. Reserve broth, set chicken aside to cool, and discard onion and garlic. When cool enough to handle, shred chicken with your hands.
  • 2. In a separate saucepan, place tomatillos and serrano chilies in a pot with water, enough to cover them. Bring to boil, and continue boiling until tomatillos turn a different shade of green (from bright green to a dull color). Strain tomatillos and chilies, and place in saucepan with diced onion, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt. Pour in reserved chicken broth, so that liquid just covers the veggies by about an inch. With an immersion (stick) blender, blend all ingredients until they are completely pureed. Bring to a low boil.
  • 3. Pour vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium/high heat. Slightly fry tortillas one by one in hot oil, setting each on a paper towel afterwards to soak some of the oil. Finally, dip slightly fried tortillas in low-boiling green salsa, until tortillas become soft again. Place on plates, 3 per person.
  • 4. Fill or top tortillas with shredded chicken, then extra green sauce. Top with crumbled cheese, chopped onion, and chopped cilantro.

SAVORY DELICIOUS ENCHILADAS VERDES



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Found this on Allrecipes.com by PattiVerde. I simplified it by using canned verde sauce. Everyone who has tried it not only loves it but wants more!

Provided by Dee Licious

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 12 enchiladas, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 chicken breast halves
2 cups chicken broth
1/4 white onion (chunk)
1/4 white onion (chopped)
1 garlic clove (minced)
2 teaspoons salt
1 (28 ounce) can green enchilada sauce (I use Las Palmas)
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 cups Kraft Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
1 cup sour cream
2 (4 1/2 ounce) cans chopped green chilies (drained)
12 corn tortillas (fresh as possible)

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine chicken breast with chicken broth, one quarter onion, a clove of garlic, and 2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a boil, and then boil for 20 minutes.
  • Set chicken aside to cool, and discard onion and garlic. When cool enough to handle, shred chicken with your hands.
  • Pour green chile enchilada sauce in a medium saucepan, and bring to a low boil.
  • Pour oil in a frying pan, and allow to get very hot. Slightly fry tortillas one by one in hot oil, setting each on a paper towel afterwards to soak some of the oil.
  • Finally, dip slightly fried tortillas in low-boiling green chile enchilada sauce for just a moment to cover.
  • After frying the tortillas and dipping in the green chile enchilada sauce, mix up the cooked shredded chicken with just enough sour cream to bind it, the onions, chopped green chiles, and 1 cup cheese.
  • Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, and a little green chile enchilada sauce. Roll them up, put them in 9X13 can, and cover with remaining green chile enchilada sauce and remaining 1 cup shredded mexican cheese,.
  • Bake in a 425 degree oven until cheese is melty (20 min?).
  • Top with crumbled/shredded cheese, chopped onion, and chopped cilantro and serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients. The fresher the ingredients, the better your enchiladas will taste. Use ripe tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and flavorful cheese.
  • Make your own salsa verde. It's easy to make and much more flavorful than store-bought salsa.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Overcooked chicken will be tough and dry. Cook it just until it is cooked through.
  • Use a variety of cheeses. A blend of cheeses will create a more complex and flavorful filling.
  • Don't skimp on the sauce. The sauce is what makes enchiladas so delicious. Make sure to use enough sauce to coat the tortillas and chicken.
  • Bake the enchiladas until they are bubbly and golden brown. This will ensure that they are cooked through and the cheese is melted.
  • Serve the enchiladas with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and cilantro.

Conclusion:

Enchiladas verdes are a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give these enchiladas verdes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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