Addictive Green Enchiladas Recipe

Prepare to be obsessed! These Green Enchiladas are ridiculously easy to make and bursting with flavor, thanks to a creamy, cheesy filling that's irresistible. Tender baked chicken (or use your favorite method!), vibrant green chiles, and a tangy green sauce create a symphony of taste in every bite. Spice things up with a dash of red pepper flakes! Feeling adventurous? Try making your own tomatillo sauce (recipe #51630) for an extra layer of deliciousness. This recipe is a crowd-pleaser – perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun gathering.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 334.9 kcal
Protein 43g
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Ingredients for Addictive Green Enchiladas

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How to Make Addictive Green Enchiladas

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Pour 2 tablespoons of green enchilada sauce into the bottom of a 13x9 inch glass baking dish.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups shredded cooked chicken, 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles (drained), 4 ounces cream cheese (softened), 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your preferred cheese), and 2 tablespoons green enchilada sauce. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to taste.
  4. Spoon about 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture into each corn tortilla. Roll up tightly.
  5. Arrange the enchiladas seam-down in the prepared baking dish, fitting as many as possible.
  6. Pour the remaining green enchilada sauce evenly over the enchiladas.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheese over the sauce.
  8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
  9. Bake for 40 minutes in the preheated oven.
  10. Remove from oven, uncover, and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

48g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Addictive Green Enchiladas?

Addictive Green Enchiladas takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Addictive Green Enchiladas?

Addictive Green Enchiladas has approximately 334.9 calories per serving, with about 43 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 31 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Addictive Green Enchiladas?

The key ingredients for Addictive Green Enchiladas are Chicken Breasts, Diced Green Chilies, Cream Cheese, Onion, Green Enchilada Sauce, White Corn Tortillas. See the full list with measurements above.

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