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Chicken Enchiladas Suizas
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Chicken Enchiladas Suizas

Corn tortillas filled with shredded chicken and topped with a creamy tomatillo sauce.

Prep Time

25 min

Cook Time

30 min

Servings

2

Ingredients

  • 1 lb tomatillos, husked and rinsed
  • 2 whole serrano peppers, stemmed
  • 3 whole garlic cloves
  • 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 cup Mexican crema or heavy cream
  • 3 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
  • 12 whole corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Chihuahua or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 0.25 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp chicken bouillon powder

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil the tomatillos and serrano peppers in a pot of water for 10-12 minutes until soft but not bursting.

  2. 2

    Drain the vegetables and blend them with garlic, cilantro, and chicken bouillon until smooth.

  3. 3

    Pour the blended sauce into a saucepan, stir in the Mexican crema, and simmer over low heat for 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Heat the vegetable oil in a small skillet and lightly fry each tortilla for 5 seconds per side to soften; drain on paper towels.

  5. 5

    Dip a softened tortilla into the warm green sauce, fill with shredded chicken, and roll tightly.

  6. 6

    Place the rolled tortillas seam-side down in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.

  7. 7

    Pour the remaining creamy sauce over the enchiladas and top evenly with the shredded cheese.

  8. 8

    Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.

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