Enchiladas Verdes

Name: Enchiladas Verdes
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, shredded; 8 corn tortillas; 1 lb tomatillos, husked and rinsed, halved; 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded; 1 white onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 cup chicken broth; 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup sour cream; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; to taste salt; to taste black pepper

Corn tortillas stuffed with tender chicken and smothered in a tangy tomatillo sauce topped with melted cheese. A Mexican lunch classic that's comforting and flavorful.

45 minMediumServes 4450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, shredded
8 corn tortillas
1 lb tomatillos, husked and rinsed, halved
2 jalapeño peppers, seeded
1 white onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 cup chicken broth
2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tbsp vegetable oil
to taste salt
to taste black pepper

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2

Season 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast with to taste salt and to taste black pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium heat until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), about 6-8 minutes per side. Let cool slightly, then shred into bite-sized pieces.
3

In a pot, combine 1 lb halved tomatillos, husked and rinsed, 2 seeded jalapeño peppers, half of the 1 chopped white onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 cup chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes until tomatillos are soft.
4

Transfer the tomatillo mixture to a blender with half of the 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Blend until smooth. Be careful with hot liquids in the blender.
5

Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet. Pour in the tomatillo sauce and simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6

Warm 8 corn tortillas slightly to make them pliable. Dip each tortilla in the sauce, then fill with shredded chicken and a sprinkle of Monterey Jack cheese.
7

Roll up the tortillas and place seam-side down in a baking dish. Pour remaining sauce over the top and sprinkle with the remaining 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
8

Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9

Serve topped with remaining cilantro, onion, and 1/2 cup sour cream.

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Questions

What temperature do I cook Enchiladas Verdes at?

For Enchiladas Verdes, the oven is set to 375 F (about 190 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 20 minutes, in step 8. The target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for tomatillos in Enchiladas Verdes?

The entry for Enchiladas Verdes calls for 1 lb tomatillos, husked and rinsed, halved. In its place: Canned tomatillos are a direct swap. Failing that, green tomatoes with a squeeze of lime are the closest.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts in Enchiladas Verdes?

Yes. Boneless thighs at the same weight are more forgiving and stay juicier. Give them two to four minutes longer; they are at their best around 175 F rather than 165 F. As written, the entry for Enchiladas Verdes uses 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, shredded.

Can I make Enchiladas Verdes less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Enchiladas Verdes comes from 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the jalapeños, or use half; nothing else in the method changes.

Can I make Enchiladas Verdes dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Enchiladas Verdes is 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded, 1/2 cup sour cream. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor); the sour cream for thick coconut yogurt with a squeeze of lemon. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Serve it with

Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice side
Street Corn Salad (Esquites) salad
Caldo de Pollo (Mexican Chicken Soup) soup
Tamarind Agua Fresca drink

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