ENCHILADAS AZTECAS

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Make and share this Enchiladas Aztecas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Toby Jermain

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

8 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded
8 ounces monterey jack cheese, shredded
8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine
4 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup milk
1 cup canned chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt, plus additional to taste
1/4 teaspoon msg (optional)
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, plus additional to taste
1/4 teaspoon garlic granules
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1/4 cup chopped ripe olives
1/2 cup chopped tomato
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
12 corn tortillas
peanuts or canola oil

Steps:

  • Toss shredded cheeses together, and set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine butter and flour over medium heat.
  • Cook, stirring frequently, until bubbly.
  • Whisk in milk and chicken broth, and continue whisking until smooth.
  • Add spices and half of the mixed cheeses, and stir until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
  • Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until thickened.
  • Add chicken, olives, tomato, onions, and green chiles, adjust seasonings to taste, and set aside to cool.
  • Dip each tortilla in hot oil to soften.
  • Place about one third cup of chicken mixture on each tortilla, and roll up tightly.
  • Place seam side down in a lightly oiled 9"x13" baking dish.
  • Top with remaining cheese, and bake at 350 degrees F for 25-30 minutes or until heated through and cheese is bubbly.
  • Enchiladas can be frozen before final topping with cheese.
  • Thaw completely before topping with cheese and baking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1136.3, Fat 75.2, SaturatedFat 44.2, Cholesterol 251.4, Sodium 2544.4, Carbohydrate 46.6, Fiber 6, Sugar 4.1, Protein 69.8

MDMofijul Islam
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These enchiladas were a bit too bland for my taste. I would recommend using more spices next time.


BISHAW DAS
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These enchiladas were a bit too sour for my taste. I would recommend using less sour cream next time.


Vten Hshs
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These enchiladas were a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt next time.


Arman king
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The enchiladas were good, but they were a bit too cheesy for my taste. I would recommend using less cheese next time.


Ameen Jani
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These enchiladas were a bit dry. I think I would add more sauce next time.


Kat Cabe
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The enchiladas were good, but they were a bit too spicy for me. I would recommend using less chili powder next time.


Kamryn Harkey
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These enchiladas were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more chili powder and cumin next time.


Anna Abbasi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the enchiladas were perfect. The sauce was flavorful and the cheese melted perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Maddyson
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These enchiladas were easy to make and turned out great! I used a store-bought enchilada sauce and the results were still very good. I will definitely be making these again.


Annabelle Castello
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I made these enchiladas for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious.


Seth Placeholder
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I'm not a huge fan of enchiladas, but these were really good. The sauce was flavorful and the tortillas were soft and chewy. I would definitely recommend these to anyone who is looking for a new enchilada recipe.


Shanawar Ali
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These enchiladas were a hit with my family! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the cheese melted beautifully. I will definitely be making these again.