Best 7 Gringo Chicken Enchiladas Recipes

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Gringo chicken enchiladas is a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican-inspired dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and flavorful tortillas, this dish is sure to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a party, gringo chicken enchiladas are the perfect choice.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GRINGO SMOKED CHICKEN ENCHILADAS RECIPE



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For this recipe I smoke a whole chicken using my Grande Gringo Seasoning and make a spicy, creamy white sauce to go over the top. It's finished off with a ton of shredded cheese and cooked right back on the pit... I call it Gringo Smoked Chicken Enchiladas!

Provided by Malcom Reed

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 whole chicken
2 Tablespoons Malcom's Grande Gringo Seasoning
2 Tablespoons Canola oil
1/2 medium size onion diced
4 cloves garlic minced
4oz diced green chilies drained
16oz salsa verde
16oz sour cream
16oz block Monterrey Jack Cheese shredded
1 bunch cilantro chopped
1 package corn tortilla shells
1 jalapeno pepper sliced
1 medium onion diced
4 cloves garlic minced
1 Tablespoon canola oil
1 4oz can diced green chilies drained
16oz Salsa Verde
16oz sour cream
8oz Monterrey Jack cheese grated
1 teaspoon Grande Gringo Seasoning
1 Tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped

Steps:

  • Prepare pellet smoker for indirect cooking at 300 degrees.
  • Dry the outer surface of chicken with paper towel and brush with Canola oil. Season well with Grande Gringo seasoning.
  • Place chicken on pellet smoker and cook until internal temperature reaches 165 in breast. Rest for 10-15 minutes and pull into bite size pieces by hand.
  • Heat 1 Tablespoon of oil in a large sauce pan over medium heat. Sauté onion for 2-3 minutes, add garlic and continue to sauté for 1-2 minutes. Add diced green chilies and cook for 1-2 minutes. Pour in salsa verde and bring to a slight simmer.
  • Add sour cream and reduce heat to low. Stir until sour cream is smooth. Slowly add half of the Monterrey Jack cheese stirring as needed to melt cheese. Season with a good pinch of Grande Gringo and fresh cilantro.
  • Pour half of the sauce into a bowl over the pulled chicken and mix gently to combine.
  • To assemble the enchiladas: Ladle a few spoons of the sauce into a casserole dish or baking pan.
  • Warm the corn tortillas in hot oil for 3-5 seconds each side. Place 2 Tablespoons of the chicken mixture on each tortilla and fold the shell around. Place the enchiladas seam side down in the baking dish.
  • Ladle the remaining sauce over the top of the enchiladas and top with the remaining Monterrey Jack cheese. Place slices of jalapeño on top and sprinkle with a little extra Grande Gringo.
  • Place the baking dish on the pellet grill set for 350 degrees. The enchiladas need to cook for about 30 minutes or until the cheese is brown and bubbly on top.

GRINGO ENCHILADAS



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Last night Larkann and I whipped this up instead of going out to eat, which has been the trend lately THese came out great but they seemed a little on the white folk side of mexican so they are called gringo enchiladas... LOL I hope you all enjoy.

Provided by rusted_essence

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 50m

Yield 10-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb boneless chicken breast
2 medium onions
8 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese
8 ounces colby-monterey jack cheese
26 ounces enchilada sauce (I use Old El Paso brand green chille sauce)
20 flour tortillas
2 tablespoons butter
garlic powder
salt
pepper
chili powder
paprika
cilantro leaf
cumin
dried chipotle powder

Steps:

  • finely chop 1 onion
  • Saute in heated butter.
  • Add chicken and sort of shred it up in the skillet so it can cook a little faster.
  • Season with all seasonings to taste throughout cooking.
  • cover and let simmer for a little while so the flavors take hold.
  • meanwhile pour 1 cup of sauce in a bowl and grade cheddar and colby jack cheeses into the sauce and stir.
  • pour a smidge of sauce in the bottom of a 13x9 casserole dish and spread evenly across bottom.
  • Take a flour tortilla and line with a small amount of meat then a small amount of cheese/sauce mix roll up and place in dish, repeat until pan is full.
  • pour remaining sauce over all enchiladas and top with remaining cheddar and colby jack.
  • bake at 350 for 20 minutes remove and top with the other chopped onion or leave as is -- .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495.4, Fat 26.6, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 79.2, Sodium 1178.4, Carbohydrate 36.9, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 3.1, Protein 26.1

GRINGO CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Very easy to make. This is one of those recipes that you come up with when you haven't been to the grocery in weeks. I cook several pounds of chicken at a time and freeze it so I can make these types of recipes.

Provided by allikat

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb pre-cooked chicken, diced (easy in microwave)
10 flour tortillas
2 cups sour cream
1 can mexicorn
1 cup salsa
1 bag shredded monterey jack cheese
1 bag shredded processed cheese

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven 350.
  • Grease 9 x 13 baking pan.
  • Combine sour cream, mexicorn and salsa.
  • Arrange tortillas to cover bottom of pan (3 to 4 tortillas).
  • Use 1/2 of pre-cooked chicken to lay over bottom layer of tortillas and top chicken with 1/2 of sour cream mixture and then lightly sprinkle with both types of cheese.
  • Cover layer with tortillas (3 to 4).
  • Use the remaining 1/2 of the pre-cooked chicken to layer on top of the tortillas and then top chicken with remaining sour cream mixture and then lightly sprinkle with both types of cheese.
  • Top middle layer with tortillas (3- 4) and cover with remaining cheeses.
  • Cover with foil and bake at 350 for 25 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes.

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons taco seasoning
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 medium onion, chopped
Half of a 4-ounce can chopped green chiles, with liquid
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
Half of a .5-ounce packet ranch seasoning, such as Hidden Valley Original Ranch Salad Dressing and Seasoning Mix
Eight 8-inch flour tortillas
3 cups shredded Monterey Jack
1 1/2 cups picante sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray; set aside.
  • Place the chicken breasts on a jelly roll pan. Drizzle each breast on both sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil. In a small bowl, mix together the taco seasoning, cumin, oregano and black pepper; sprinkle evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the pan from the oven and allow to cool for 15 minutes. Shred the chicken and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Add the onions and saute until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the green chiles and saute for 1 minute. Stir in the cream cheese, ranch seasoning and the shredded chicken. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the cream cheese melts, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Lay the tortillas flat on a clean dry surface and spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture down the center of each. Roll up the tortillas and place them, seam-side down, in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with the Monterey Jack. Pour the picante sauce over the rolled tortillas and cheese. Bake until browned and bubbly, 45 minutes.

CHICKEN RANCH ENCHILADAS



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I got this recipe from my cousin and now this is my favorite dish. The ranch dressing mix adds nice flavor.

Provided by Smith's Wife

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup butter
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
10 (8 inch) flour tortillas
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the chicken and cook until no longer pink in the center, about 7 minutes. Whisk together the condensed cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chiles, and ranch dressing in a bowl; spread a thin layer of the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Spoon about 2 tablespoons of sauce into each tortilla; divide the chicken among the tortillas and sprinkle with 3/4 of the cheese. Roll the tortillas into cylinders and place seam-side-down into the baking dish. Pour the remaining sauce over the enchiladas and cover the dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until hot, about 35 minutes. Remove the foil and sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Return to the oven and cook a few more minutes until the cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 812.8 calories, Carbohydrate 57.1 g, Cholesterol 144.7 mg, Fat 47.6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 38.5 g, SaturatedFat 27.3 g, Sodium 1788.8 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS GRINGO STYLE



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pounds chicken breasts
1 packages cream cheese
1 cans green chilies
2 cups cheese
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 cans enchilada
10 units flour tortillas
1 units jalapeno

Steps:

  • 1. Boil chicken (with salt and pepper), remove chicken from broth and shred by pulling chicken apart into small pieces.
  • 2. Drain broth but leave 2 tablespoons broth on low heat.
  • 3. Add cream cheese to broth and allow to simmer while melting, stir and remove from heat.
  • 4. Add can of green chilies, stir.
  • 5. Add shredded chicken and 2 tablespoons sour cream, stir.
  • 6. In palm of hand, fill tortilla with chicken mixture, plus a sprinkle of cheese. Roll tortilla and place each enchilada face down in a rectangle pan lined with 1/4 can of enchilada sauce.
  • 7. Cover enchiladas with remaining sauce.
  • 8. Cover in remaining cheese.
  • 9. Bake in oven at 350 for 25-35 minutes or until cheese is melted but not bubbling. Garnish and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

POBLANO CHILE ENCHILADAS A LA GRINGA



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Prepare for your taste buds to jump for joy!

Provided by Olga Gonzalez

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (8 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cups water
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
4 fresh poblano chilies
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
2 tablespoons olive oil
10 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breasts, garlic, onion, water, and chicken bouillon into a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 40 minutes. When finished, remove the chicken to a plate to cool. Measure out 1 cup of the chicken broth and discard the rest.
  • Roast the poblano chiles over an open flame, or underneath a broiler until the skin has blackened on all sides. Place the chiles into a plastic bag, or a bowl covered with plastic wrap, and allow to steam as they cool, about 30 minutes. When cool, peel the blackened skin off of the pepper, and remove the seeds and membrane.
  • Place the reserved chicken broth into a blender along with the roasted poblanos and sour cream. Puree until smooth and set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the tortillas one at a time until softened and beginning to crisp. Place onto a plate and set aside. Pour the pureed poblano mixture into the skillet and simmer for 10 minutes. While the sauce is cooking, slice the cooled chicken breasts into 1/4 inch strips.
  • Using tongs, dip a tortilla into the sauce, coating both sides. Place some of the chicken in the center of the tortilla, roll tightly, then place on a serving dish with the seam side down. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Spoon any remaining sauce over top of the enchiladas, then sprinkle with the shredded mozzarella cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.7 calories, Carbohydrate 31.1 g, Cholesterol 87.3 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 32.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 477.7 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Tortillas: Use high-quality corn or flour tortillas that are pliable and won't tear easily.
  • Make Your Own Enchilada Sauce: Homemade sauce is tastier and healthier than store-bought. You can adjust the heat level and flavors to your preference.
  • Use a Variety of Fillings: Don't limit yourself to just chicken. Try other protein options like ground beef, shredded pork, or tofu. You can also add vegetables like corn, black beans, or bell peppers.
  • Don't Overfill the Enchiladas: This will make them difficult to roll and may cause them to fall apart.
  • Bake the Enchiladas Until Golden Brown: This will ensure that the cheese is melted and bubbly and the tortillas are slightly crispy.
  • Serve with Your Favorite Toppings: Some popular options include sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo, and shredded lettuce.

Conclusion:

Gringo chicken enchiladas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make the best enchiladas that are sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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