Fred’s Green Chile & Chicken Enchiladas

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 15
Fred's Green Chile & Chicken Enchiladas for a hearty dinner
in Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

1 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 -4 cups shredded cooked chicken
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 medium white onion , chopped
1 -2 garlic clove , pressed
1 can of chopped green chilies
1 can whole green chilies , sliced in thin strips
1 green bell pepper , finely chopped
5 tomatoes , skinned and chopped ( I do n't remove the skin when I do n't have the time )
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
1 cup chicken broth
1/8 teaspoon cumin
12 large flour tortillas
3/4 lb monterey jack cheese , cut into 1/4 inch strips lengthwise into strips
2 cans cream of mushroom soup ( can use lower fat version )
1/2 cup heavy cream or 1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1 -2 cup longhorn cheese or cheddar cheese , shredded

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
462
Sugar
4g
Fat
27g
Fred's Green Chile & Chicken Enchiladas is a classic Mexican dish that features shredded chicken, green chilies, and cheese rolled up in a flour tortilla. This hearty dish is easy to make and great for feeding a crowd. It's the perfect way to warm up on a chilly night and satisfy your craving for some Mexican flavors. This recipe is adaptable to your desired level of spiciness, making it perfect for any taste preference. Overall, this dish is a delicious and comforting classic that is sure to please.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a large skillet, melt butter and sauté onions until transparent.
3.Add garlic, green chilies, bell pepper, tomatoes, and cilantro to the skillet, and sauté until the vegetables are soft.
4.Add the chicken broth and cumin to the skillet and mix well.
5.In a 9x13 inch baking dish, coat the bottom with some of the soup mixture.
6.Fill the tortillas with the chicken mixture and strips of Monterey Jack cheese down the center of each tortilla, and roll up.
7.Place the enchiladas seam-side down in the baking dish.
8.In a medium bowl, mix together the cream of mushroom soup and heavy cream, and pour over the enchiladas.
9.Top with Longhorn cheese or cheddar cheese.
10.Cover with foil and bake for 45-50 minutes.
11.Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
12.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This dish is easy to prepare and makes for a hearty meal that feeds a crowd.

The combination of chicken, cheese, and green chilies is a classic Mexican flavor that many people love.

This recipe can be adjusted to make it spicier or milder to suit your taste preferences.

CONS

This dish is high in fat and calories due to the cheese, cream of mushroom soup, and tortillas.

It is not a good choice for those who are trying to follow a low-fat or low-calorie diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not known for its health benefits, it does contain some nutrients.
Chicken is a good source of lean protein, which can help keep you full and satisfied.
Green chilies contain capsaicin, which has been linked to boosting metabolism and reducing inflammation.

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