Thai Chicken Enchiladas from Homesweeteats.com

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 2
Spicy and flavorful Thai Chicken Enchiladas recipe
in Thai

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 flour tortillas
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts , cooked and shredded
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 sweet onion , chopped
1/3 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup shredded cabbage
4 garlic cloves , minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 green onions , sliced
1/3 cup chopped crushed peanuts ( more for garnish )
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro ( more for garnish )
2 1/2 cups light coconut milk
2/3 cup sweet chili sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
424
Sugar
7g
Fat
20g
These Thai Chicken Enchiladas are a perfect fusion dish, combining the flavors of Thai cuisine with the popular Mexican dish of enchiladas. The richness of coconut milk and the sweetness of the sweet chili sauce add a unique flavor to these enchiladas, while the crunch of chopped peanuts and freshness of cilantro bring an additional depth of flavors to the palate. Perfect for feeding a crowd or for meal prepping, these enchiladas can be made ahead of time, or frozen for later. Serve with a side of steamed rice or a salad for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.In a large pan, heat the canola oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and carrot for about 3-4 minutes.
3.Add in the shredded chicken, garlic, cabbage, salt, and pepper, cooking for another minute.
4.Next, pour in the coconut milk and sweet chili sauce, mixing well.
5.Allow the mixture to simmer for 5-7 minutes or until it thickens.
6.Take each tortilla and add about 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture, rolling it tightly and placing it seam-side down in a baking dish.
7.Once all the tortillas are filled and rolled, pour the remaining chicken mixture over the top.
8.Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the enchiladas are heated through.
9.Remove from the oven and sprinkle the chopped peanuts and cilantro over the top before serving.

PROS

These enchiladas have a unique Thai twist on a classic Mexican dish, making them a flavor explosion in every bite.

They are also easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd.

CONS

The sweet chili sauce in this recipe may not be to everyone’s liking, as it is quite sweet and spicy.

These enchiladas are also on the heavier side, due to the use of coconut milk and flour tortillas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these enchiladas may not be the healthiest option, they do contain some nutritious ingredients.
Chicken is a great source of lean protein, while vegetables like cabbage and shredded carrots add fiber to the dish.
Coconut milk is also a great source of healthy fats and can aid in lowering cholesterol levels.

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