Mexican Green Chile Chicken Cheese Enchiladas

Recipe Details

• Author: deesviral
• Cuisine: Mexican-American
• Category: Dinner / Casserole
• Keywords: Enchiladas, Chicken Enchiladas, Green Chile, Cheesy Dinner, deesviral
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 can (10 oz) green enchilada sauce
• 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
• 1 ½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (plus extra for topping)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8–10 flour tortillas (soft taco size)
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, sour cream, green chiles, garlic powder, onion powder, and 1 ½ cups shredded cheese. Mix until well blended. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
4. Spoon about ⅓ cup of the chicken mixture into each tortilla. Roll up and place seam-side down in the dish.
5. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top of the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with extra shredded cheese.
6. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve hot with rice or beans.

Make-Ahead & Storage

• Make-Ahead: Assemble enchiladas up to 1 day ahead and refrigerate before baking.
• Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Freeze unbaked enchiladas for up to 2 months. Thaw in fridge before baking.

Why This Recipe Works

The creamy filling balances perfectly with the tangy green enchilada sauce, while the melty cheese adds the perfect finish. Using pre-cooked chicken saves time, and green chiles add mild heat without overpowering the dish. It’s a fast, reliable recipe that brings classic Mexican flavors to your table — the deesviral way!

Expert Tips

• Use rotisserie chicken to save time and boost flavor.
• Add cooked spinach or black beans to the filling for variation.
• Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free version (lightly warm them first to prevent breaking).
• Top with avocado slices, salsa verde, or lime crema for extra flair.