The Whole (Chicken) Enchilada

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 14
The Whole (Chicken) Enchilada recipe for a perfect Mexican dinner
in Mexican

Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons Mexican chili powder
3 cups unsalted chicken stock
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
3 tablespoons ketchup
4 cups cooked chicken , shredded
12 corn tortillas
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 can black olives , sliced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
540
Sugar
3g
Fat
31g
The Whole (Chicken) Enchilada is a classic Mexican dish, which is perfect for a hearty dinner or a family gathering. The dish consists of shredded chicken, smothered in a tomato-based sauce, wrapped in corn tortillas, and topped with melted cheese and black olives. Enchiladas originated in Mexico and are now popular all around the world, with many different variations and flavors. This recipe in particular is easy to prepare and makes use of readily available ingredients.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
3.Add the flour and chili powder and whisk constantly for 1 minute.
4.Gradually whisk in the chicken stock.
5.Add the garlic, sea salt, cumin and ketchup, and keep whisking until the sauce thickens.
6.Spread a small amount of sauce on the bottom of a 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
7.Dip each tortilla into the sauce and place on the baking dish.
8.Add the shredded chicken on top of the tortillas.
9.Pour the rest of the sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with cheese and black olives.
10.Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
11.Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes.

PROS

This is a very flavorful recipe that provides a satisfying, hearty meal.

The spiciness of the chili powder can be adjusted to your preference by adding more or less.

It is a one-dish meal that can easily feed a family or guests.

CONS

The calorie and sodium count is on the higher side.

With the cheese and black olives in the recipe, the fat content is also high.

It may not be the best option for someone on a low-calorie diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not the most healthy option, it does have some benefits.
Chicken is high in protein and can help with muscle repair after exercise.
The tomato-based sauce provides a good source of lycopene, which is a powerful antioxidant.
The cumin used in the recipe has been linked to aiding digestion and reducing inflammation.

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