Best 8 Enchiladas Verdes De Pollo Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Enchiladas Verdes de Pollo, a traditional Mexican dish that bursts with bold flavors and vibrant colors. These delectable enchiladas are crafted with tender chicken, smothered in a rich and aromatic green sauce made from roasted tomatillos, poblano peppers, and a blend of spices, creating a symphony of flavors that will ignite your taste buds. The chicken filling is perfectly complemented by a combination of melted cheese, flavorful seasonings, and a touch of sour cream, resulting in a luscious and satisfying filling. Each enchilada is then carefully rolled and baked until golden brown, creating a crispy exterior that contrasts beautifully with the tender and juicy interior. Served alongside a vibrant salsa verde and garnished with fresh cilantro and queso fresco, these Enchiladas Verdes de Pollo are a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

This article provides three enticing recipes for Enchiladas Verdes de Pollo, each offering unique variations on this classic dish. The "Traditional Enchiladas Verdes de Pollo" recipe stays true to the authentic Mexican flavors, using a homemade green sauce made from roasted tomatillos, poblano peppers, and a blend of spices. For a milder version, the "Enchiladas Verdes de Pollo con Crema" recipe incorporates a creamy green sauce made with tomatillos, poblano peppers, and a touch of sour cream, resulting in a velvety and flavorful sauce. Finally, the "Enchiladas Verdes de Pollo con Queso" recipe takes indulgence to the next level by adding a layer of melted cheese between the chicken filling and the green sauce, creating a cheesy and gooey delight that is sure to satisfy your cravings.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're in for a culinary adventure that will transport you to the heart of Mexico. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and embark on a journey of flavor with these Enchiladas Verdes de Pollo. Prepare to be amazed by the explosion of flavors and textures that await you in every bite.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

ENCHILADAS VERDES



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I learned this recipe from an amazing cook from Puebla. I've been perfecting it for over 15 years and realized that it was time to share it when my foodie friends tried to drink the sauce out of the saucepan. I use the roasted or baked chicken from the grocery store. I did it once only to save time, but found that they are tastier. Be conservative with the cream and the cheese. Do not use sour cream!

Provided by gem

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cloves garlic
3 serrano peppers
2 ¼ pounds small green tomatillos, husks removed
1 cup vegetable oil for frying
9 corn tortillas
3 cups water
4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
½ store-bought rotisserie chicken, meat removed and shredded
¼ head iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 cup cilantro leaves
1 (8 ounce) container Mexican crema, crema fresca
1 cup grated cotija cheese

Steps:

  • Cover a large griddle with aluminum foil and preheat to medium-high.
  • Cook the garlic, serrano peppers, and tomatillos on the hot griddle until toasted and blackened, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes for the garlic, 10 minutes for the peppers, and 15 minutes for the tomatillos. Remove to a bowl and allow to cool.
  • Heat oil in a small, deep skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Using kitchen tongs, fry the tortillas individually, turning them once. They shouldn't be in the hot oil for more than 5 seconds per side. Remove excess oil with paper towels and keep warm. Remember that the hotter the oil, the less that the tortillas will absorb.
  • Place the toasted garlic, serrano peppers, tomatillos, and the water in a blender and blend until smooth; pour into a saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil. Dissolve the chicken bouillon into the mixture, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook at a simmer until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes. The sauce shouldn't be too thick.
  • Soak three tortillas in the sauce, one at a time, for a few seconds, fill them with shredded chicken, sprinkle the meat with some of the sauce, roll them and place them seam side down on a pasta bowl. Spoon a generous amount of sauce over them and top them with lettuce, cilantro, crema, and cotija cheese. Pour a little more sauce over the whole thing if desired. Repeat the procedure twice more. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.8 g, Cholesterol 69.6 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 222.3 mg, Sugar 6 g

ENCHILADAS VERDES CON POLLO AS MADE BY CUCO RECIPE BY TASTY



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Recording artist Cuco teams up with Tasty to make his favorite recipe: Enchiladas Verdes Con Pollo. If you like your enchiladas spicy, increase the number of serrano peppers.

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb medium tomatillo, husks removed
½ medium white onion, halved
1 serrano pepper, stemmed
3 cloves garlic
water, as needed
½ bunch fresh cilantro, leaves and soft stems roughly chopped, plus more leaves for garnish - about 1 cup (40 G)
1 tablespoon kosher salt
½ cup low sodium chicken stock
¼ cup vegetable oil, divided
12 thick slices corn tortilla
3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
5 oz queso fresco, crumbled
¼ medium white onion, finely chopped, for garnish
2 tablespoons mexican crema, for garnish

Steps:

  • Add the tomatillos, onion, serrano peppers, and garlic to a medium saucepan. Pour in enough water to just cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until the vegetables are very tender and the tomatillos have changed color, 8-10 minutes.
  • Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked vegetables to a blender and discard the cooking liquid. Purée the vegetables until broken down. Add the chopped cilantro, salt, and chicken stock. Blend the salsa until smooth. It should be speckled and thick.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. When the oil is shimmering, add the salsa verde to the pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a strong simmer. Cook until the salsa deepens in color and thickens slightly, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour the salsa into a medium bowl and set aside. Wipe out the pan with a paper towel.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in the same pan over medium-high heat. Working 2 at a time, fry the tortillas for 1 minute per side, until starting to brown but not completely fried. They should be crisp around the edges but still pliable enough to roll. Transfer the tortillas to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain.
  • Set a rack in the center of the oven and turn on the broiler.
  • Spread ½ cup of the salsa verde over the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch (22 x 33 cm) baking dish.
  • Assemble the enchiladas: Dip a tortilla in the remaining salsa verde so both sides are coated. Place the tortilla on a flat surface and add about 4 tablespoons of shredded chicken to the center. Roll tightly. Place the filled tortilla, seam-side down, in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
  • Pour any remaining salsa over the top of the enchiladas, then sprinkle with the queso fresco.
  • Broil the enchiladas until the cheese is just melted, 2-4 minutes.
  • Serve the enchiladas warm with the diced onion, Mexican crema, and cilantro leaves for topping
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 27 grams, Sugar 6 grams

ENCHILADAS VERDES DE POLLO



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Provided by Rick Martinez

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 skin-on, bone-in chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 pounds tomatillos, husked and rinsed
6 cloves garlic, unpeeled
2 to 3 jalapeno chiles, stemmed
1 large white onion, quartered
6 poblano peppers, stemmed
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano, plus more for serving
Kosher salt
1 cup cilantro leaves and tender stems, plus more for serving
Ten 6-inch corn tortillas
1/2 cup creme fraiche
1 tablespoon milk
8 ounces queso fresco, crumbled
Thinly sliced white onion, for serving
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Arrange racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F.
  • Place the chicken on a rimmed baking sheet and brush with 2 tablespoons of the oil. Roast on the lower rack until the skin is lightly golden and the chicken is cooked through, 40 to 45 minutes. Let sit until cool enough to handle.
  • While the chicken is roasting, spread the tomatillos, garlic, jalapenos and onion on a second rimmed baking sheet. Roast on the top rack, tossing once or twice, until the tomatillos are tender and the jalapenos are browned and very tender, 30 to 40 minutes. Let cool.
  • Once the chicken is cool, discard the skin and bones and shred the meat into 1/2-inch pieces. Put into a large bowl and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, char the poblanos. Turn your gas burner to high. Place 2 to 3 poblanos directly on the grate and roast, turning with tongs every 3 to 4 minutes, until the entire pepper is blackened and very tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a large heatproof bowl and repeat with the remaining poblanos. (Alternatively, if you have an electric stove, arrange the poblanos on a rimmed baking sheet and broil on high as close to the heat source as possible, turning occasionally, until the peppers are charred on all sides, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a large heatproof bowl.)
  • Wrap the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and let the poblanos steam for 15 minutes to loosen their skin. When they are cool enough to handle, peel all the blackened skin from the peppers; it's ok if there are flecks of black on the flesh or if some of the green skin is difficult to peel off. Split the sides open to remove the seeds, rinsing under cold running water if needed. Transfer the cleaned peppers to a blender.
  • Remove the skin from the garlic cloves and add to the blender along with the tomatillos, jalapeno, onion and any accumulated juices. Add the coriander, cumin, oregano and a 1 ½ teaspoons of salt and puree on medium-low speed until smooth. Add the cilantro and puree on low speed until the cilantro is chopped but you can still see pieces of it in the sauce. Transfer the sauce to a large bowl and generously season with salt. You should have about 5 cups.
  • Toss the reserved chicken with 3/4 cup of the salsa verde in a large bowl and generously season with salt.
  • Heat the remaining 1 cup oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until it bubbles immediately when you touch the edge of a tortilla to the surface. Working with one at a time, fry the tortillas, turning once, until just starting to brown, about 10 seconds per side; the tortillas should still be pliable. Transfer the tortillas to paper towels to drain. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
  • Dip both sides of each tortilla in salsa verde to coat, and then transfer to a large plate. Spread 1 cup of the salsa verde evenly over the bottom of a 13-by-9-inch glass baking dish. Working with one tortilla at a time, spoon about 1/4 cup of the chicken filling across the center of a tortilla. Then fold one side of the tortilla over the filling and roll up the enchilada. Place them seam-side down in the prepared baking dish as you go (they should be nestled right up against each other). Top with any remaining salsa verde.
  • Wrap the dish tightly with foil and bake on the upper rack until the sauce is bubbling and the tortillas are beginning to brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together the creme fraiche and milk in a small bowl. Season with salt.
  • Top the enchiladas with the queso fresco, crema, cilantro leaves and onion slices. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over.

AUTHENTIC ENCHILADAS VERDES



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These enchiladas are made with a fresh green salsa, just like you would find in a Mexican restaurant or better yet, in a Mexican home.

Provided by PattiVerde

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 bone-in chicken breast halves
2 cups chicken broth
¼ white onion
1 clove garlic
2 teaspoons salt
1 pound fresh tomatillos, husks removed
5 serrano peppers
¼ white onion
1 clove garlic
1 pinch salt
12 corn tortillas
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 cup crumbled queso fresco
½ white onion, chopped
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine chicken breast with chicken broth, one quarter onion, a clove of garlic, and 2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a boil, and then boil for 20 minutes. Reserve broth, set chicken aside to cool, and discard onion and garlic. When cool enough to handle, shred chicken with your hands.
  • Place tomatillos and serrano chiles in a pot with water, enough to cover them. Bring to boil, and continue boiling until tomatillos turn a different shade of green (from bright green to a dull, army green). Strain tomatillos and chiles, and place in a blender with another quarter piece of onion, 1 clove garlic, and a pinch of salt. Pour in reserved chicken broth, so that liquid just covers the veggies in the blender by about an inch. Blend all ingredients until they are completely pureed. Pour salsa in a medium saucepan, and bring to a low boil.
  • Pour oil in a frying pan, and allow to get very hot. Slightly fry tortillas one by one in hot oil, setting each on a paper towel afterwards to soak some of the oil. Finally, dip slightly fried tortillas in low-boiling green salsa, until tortillas become soft again. Place on plates, 3 per person.
  • Fill or top tortillas with shredded chicken, then extra green sauce. Top with crumbled cheese, chopped onion, and chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 559.4 calories, Carbohydrate 48.9 g, Cholesterol 84 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 37.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 1344 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

ENCHILADAS VERDES



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If you eat all of the Double-Herb Roasted Chicken, use a prepackaged rotisserie chicken (available in the meat section of the supermarket) for this recipe. Asadero, originally from Mexico, is a semisoft cow's milk cheese with a bright, pungent flavor.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 4 servings (serving size: 2 en

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 1/2 cups shredded Double-Herb Roasted Chicken (about 12 ounces)
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded asadero cheese or Asiago cheese
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/3 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup fat-free sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Salsa verde, recipe follows
Nonstick cooking spray
8 (6-inch) corn tortillas
1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
Sliced jalapeno pepper (optional)
1 pound tomatillos (about 15)
1 1/4 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • To prepare enchilada filling, combine chicken and next 9 ingredients (chicken through black pepper) in a large bowl. Spread 1/2 cup salsa verde in bottom of a 13 by 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Warm tortillas according to package directions. Spoon about 1/3 cup chicken mixture down center of each tortilla; roll up. Arrange enchiladas, seam sides down, crosswise in dish. Pour remaining salsa verde evenly over enchiladas. Cover and bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Serve with sour cream, and garnish with sliced jalapeno, if desired.
  • To prepare salsa verde, discard husks and stems from tomatillos; cut into quarters. Combine tomatillos, 11/4 cups broth, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and chopped jalapeno in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until tomatillos are tender. Cool slightly. Place salsa verde in a blender or food processor, and process until smooth or mash with a potato masher. Place a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add salsa verde; cook until reduced to 2 cups (about 1 minute).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386, Fat 11.5 grams, SaturatedFat 3.9 grams, Cholesterol 86 milligrams, Sodium 841 milligrams, Carbohydrate 38.9 grams, Fiber 4.8 grams, Protein 36.5 grams

ENCHILADAS VERDES DE POLLO



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Categories     Chicken     Bake

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 bone-in chicken breasts
1 bay leaf
1 tbsp peppercorns
1 tbsp kosher salt (or 1/2 tbsp table salt)
(or use two cups of pre-cooked chicken)
1 lb tomatillos or 1 (16-oz) can
½ cup chopped onion
3 garlic cloves chopped or pressed
¾ cup chicken broth
2 tbsp lime juice
3 tbsp (or to taste) Green Pepper Sauce (like Tabasco® brand)
1 can (4.5-oz) green chilies
¼ cup chopped cilantro
1 large egg
1 small tomato chopped (1/2 cup)
10 to 12 corn tortillas
1 cup (4 oz) shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack (or combo of both)

Steps:

  • In a pot of water deep enough to cover the chicken, bring the first four ingredients to a boil and simmer for twenty minutes. Take the chicken out of the water and when cool enough to handle, shred into pieces. (You can use two forks or shred by hand) Preheat the broiler. Quarter the tomatillos and place on a cookie sheet and roast on top rack for 7 minutes. Remove tomatillos and pre-heat the oven to 350°. In a non-stick skillet sprayed with oil, sauté the garlic and onion until translucent. Add the chicken broth through cilantro and simmer for 5 minutes stirring often. To make the sauce verde, add half of this mixture to the roasted tomatillos and the egg in a blender (or use a hand blender in a medium-size bowl) and blend until slightly chunky. . Mix the remaining mixture with the chicken and the chopped tomato. To make the enchiladas, dip both sides of a corn tortilla into the sauce verde, then add about ½ cup of the chicken mixture the length of the center of the tortilla. Roll up the tortilla and place into a 13X9-inch pan seem-side-down. Repeat until filling is gone. Pour the remaining sauce verde over the top of the enchiladas. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle with cheese. Bake for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

ENCHILADAS DE POLLO (PAULA DEEN)



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My husband loves these enchiladas and ever since we went on a diet, he has been missing them. The original recipe is from the Paula Deen Celebrates book, but the one I am posting is just for me to try and lighten it up a bit. It's basically every ingredient in the original recipe, but fat free (if possible). It makes to big pans of enchiladas, so you might want to cut this in half

Provided by mandycakes77

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h25m

Yield 24 enchiladas, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 (8 ounce) package fat free cream cheese, room temp
1 (10 3/4 ounce) 98% fat-free cream of chicken soup
2 (4 ounce) diced green chilies
6 green onions, chopped
20 -24 low-carb flour tortillas
2 (10 ounce) cans red enchilada sauce
2 cups reduced-fat monterey jack cheese, shredded
4 cups reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Boil chicken breasts, shredding the meat with a fork after cooling.
  • Preheat oven to 250.
  • Spray two 13x9 pans with Pam, then pour a little enchilada sauce to coat the bottom of each pan.
  • Mix together shredded chicken, cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, green chilies (do not drain), and green onions in a large bowl.
  • Put two tablespoons of the chicken mixture on each tortilla, then roll up tortillas and place in pan.
  • Pour the remainder of the enchilada sauce over enchiladas.
  • Sprinkle Monterrey Jack and Cheddar cheeses over enchiladas.
  • Cover pans in foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake 10 more minutes.

ENCHILADAS POLLO VERDE



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Make and share this Enchiladas Pollo Verde recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gilcat2

Categories     Poultry

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 chicken breasts
1 onion
3 peppercorns
1 lb tomatillo, fresh
1 clove garlic
to taste oil
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 corn tortillas
to taste monterey jack cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Place chicken in saucepan cover with water.
  • Add 1/4 of onion, salt to taste and peppercorns.
  • Simmer 45 minutes.
  • Cool chicken in broth.
  • Drain, reserving 1/4 cup broth.
  • Bone and shred chicken.
  • Wash husked tomatillos and place in medium sauce pan.
  • Add 1/2 inch water.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer 10 mins. or until tender.
  • Drain and cool slightly.
  • Place cooked tomatillos, remaining onion and garlic in blender and puree.
  • Heat olive oil in medium saucepan.
  • Add tomatillo mixture, reserved broth and 1/2 tsp. salt.
  • Simmer covered 15 mins.
  • Soften tortillas in oil.
  • Place 1/6 chicken on each softened tortilla; add a spoonful of sauce. Fold tortilla over filling; top with cheese and more sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 61.9, Sodium 85.4, Carbohydrate 34.3, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 8, Protein 24.7

Tips:

  • To make your enchiladas even more flavorful, try marinating the chicken in a mixture of lime juice, garlic, and cilantro before cooking.
  • If you don't have any tomatillos on hand, you can substitute green tomatoes. Just be sure to remove the seeds and membranes before using.
  • For a creamier sauce, blend the tomatillos with a little bit of sour cream or Greek yogurt before adding them to the blender.
  • If you like your enchiladas spicy, add a diced jalapeño pepper to the sauce.
  • Be sure to warm the tortillas before filling and rolling them. This will help prevent them from cracking.
  • Serve your enchiladas with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

Enchiladas verdes de pollo is a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its flavorful chicken filling, tangy green sauce, and melted cheese, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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