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**Maria's Green Chicken: A Flavorful Journey into Mexican Cuisine**

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the vibrant and savory flavors of Maria's Green Chicken, a traditional Mexican dish that captures the essence of authentic Mexican cuisine. This delectable dish, also known as Pollo Verde or Chicken in Green Sauce, is a symphony of flavors, combining tender chicken, a flavorful green tomatillo salsa, and a blend of aromatic spices. Indulge in the rich, tangy, and slightly spicy sauce, complemented by the tender texture of the chicken and the freshness of cilantro. Accompanied by a variety of recipes, including variations of the green sauce, this article provides a comprehensive guide to creating this classic Mexican dish in your own kitchen. Discover the secrets of crafting the perfect green tomatillo salsa, featuring roasted tomatillos, serrano peppers, onions, and garlic, blended into a smooth and flavorful sauce. Explore alternative recipes that introduce unique twists to the traditional green sauce, such as adding roasted poblano peppers or using a combination of tomatillos and green tomatoes. Embark on a culinary adventure with Maria's Green Chicken and savor the authentic taste of Mexico.

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QUICK AND EASY GREEN CHILE CHICKEN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



Quick and Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole image

I got my picture in the paper for this one! My friends' husbands always fall in love with this when I bring it to parties! My 4 picky kids eat it! If you want to skip the charring step, simply tear the tortillas into fourths so they absorb the sauce better.

Provided by SGRCOOKI

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
garlic salt to taste
18 (6 inch) corn tortillas, torn in half
1 (28 ounce) can green chile enchilada sauce
1 (16 ounce) package shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 (8 ounce) container reduced fat sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
  • Season chicken with garlic salt. Arrange in the prepared baking dish. Bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven, until no longer pink and juices run clear. Cool, shred, and set aside.
  • With metal tongs, char each tortilla half over the open flame of a gas stove burner for about 1 minute, until lightly puffed.
  • Pour about 1/2 inch enchilada sauce in the bottom of a medium baking dish, and arrange 6 tortillas in a single layer. Top with 1/2 the chicken, 1/3 cheese, 1/2 the sour cream, and 1/3 of the remaining enchilada sauce. Repeat. Coat remaining tortillas thoroughly with remaining enchilada sauce, and arrange on top of the layers. Sprinkle with remaining cheese, and top with any remaining enchilada sauce
  • Cover, and bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven. Cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 955.2 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

GREEN MASALA CHICKEN



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One of the first things I learned about Dr. Jyotsna Mhatre, my mother-in-law and a psychiatrist from Mumbai who moved to the United States in 1974, was that she is an astonishingly good cook. The first time I went to her house, she put out a giant platter of herbaceous lamb kebabs with chutneys for dipping. The platter was meant to be overgenerous and welcoming, but my cousin and I gobbled up every single bite. Dr. Mhatre, whom I call Aai (Marathi for mother), came up with this quick, saucy stir-fry inspired by the bright flavors of kharouni, a sour-spicy-sweet shrimp and unripe mango dish she grew up eating. Many Indian American home cooks use jarred ginger and garlic pastes because they're convenient, and they incorporate nicely for a smooth sauce. You can find them, as well the chutneys called for here, at any South Asian market, as well as online. Marinating tenderizes the chicken and rounds out the flavors, but it's entirely optional. Aai sometimes swaps in peeled shrimp for the chicken, and tofu or chickpeas work well as vegetarian options.

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     poultry, main course

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
Heaping 1/3 cup coriander (cilantro) chutney
1 1/2 tablespoons green chile chutney
3 tablespoons store-bought garlic paste, or 2 tablespoons finely minced fresh garlic (from about 4 large cloves)
1 1/2 tablespoons store-bought ginger paste, or 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh ginger (from about a 1-inch piece)
2 tablespoons plain whole-milk or low-fat yogurt
5 tablespoons canola or other neutral oil
Kosher salt
1 jumbo yellow or red onion, chopped into roughly 1-inch chunks
2 garlic cloves, minced
Cooked rice, whole grains or chapati, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the chicken, chutneys, garlic and ginger pastes, and yogurt. Stir in 2 tablespoons of the oil and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Proceed right away, or cover and marinate in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
  • Add the remaining 3 tablespoons oil to a large, 12-inch lidded skillet. Warm the oil, uncovered, over high heat until shimmering, then decrease the heat to medium-high and add the chopped onion and garlic. Season with a pinch of salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens, about 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium, put the lid on the skillet and cook for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion has gone from translucent to lightly golden, shrunken and soft.
  • Return the heat to medium-high, scrape in the chicken along with all the marinade, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 minutes. Put the lid back on, and cook for 2 more minutes. Uncover the skillet; the chicken should be just about cooked through and the sauce bubbling and thick. Cook for 2 to 4 more minutes to thicken the sauce (it shouldn't be soupy), but be careful not to overcook the chicken.
  • Serve over rice or other whole grains, or with flatbread like chapati on the side.

CHICKEN MARIA



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Make and share this Chicken Maria recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Brookelynne26

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 3h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 large eggs, beaten
1 cup fine breadcrumbs
2 -3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup white wine
2/3 cup chicken broth
4 slices monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Rinse chicken and pat dry with a paper towel. Soak chicken breasts in the eggs for at least 1 hour. Drain and roll in the breadcrumbs to coat.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the chicken in melted butter and place in an 8x8 inch baking dish. Combine the mushrooms, lemon juice, wine, and broth in a medium bowl. Pour mixture over the chicken and top with slices of cheese. Cover with foil and bake 45 to 60 minutes, or until chicken is cooked thru and tender.

Tips:

  • To make the chicken more flavorful, marinate it in the green sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • If you don't have tomatillos, you can substitute them with green tomatoes or tomatillo salsa.
  • To make the sauce creamier, blend it with a little bit of sour cream or yogurt.
  • Serve the chicken with rice, beans, or tortillas.
  • For a spicier dish, add a serrano or jalapeño pepper to the sauce.

Conclusion:

Maria's Green Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is cooked in a flavorful green sauce made with tomatillos, jalapeños, and cilantro. The chicken is tender and moist, and the sauce is tangy and refreshing. Serve the chicken with rice, beans, or tortillas for a complete meal.

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