Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Mexican cuisine with our delectable chicken enchiladas, prepared with meticulous attention to detail to replicate the authentic restaurant experience. This dish, a symphony of savory flavors, features tender, succulent chicken enveloped in a rich, flavorful sauce, nestled amidst soft, pillowy tortillas, and topped with a blend of melted cheese that creates an irresistible golden crust. Each bite offers a harmonious balance of textures and a delightful interplay of spices, leaving your taste buds dancing with joy. Accompanying this main course are two tantalizing sauces: a classic red enchilada sauce, bursting with vibrant flavors, and a creamy tomatillo sauce, offering a tangy, refreshing contrast. Whether you prefer the bold, spicy notes of the red sauce or the vibrant, tangy profile of the tomatillo sauce, both options promise an unforgettable culinary journey.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
AUTHENTIC MEXICAN CHICKEN ENCHILADAS WITH RED SAUCE
These Authentic Mexican Chicken Enchiladas with Red Sauce recipe is tasty and super simple to make. With just a few ingredients and steps, you will soon be eating authentic Mexican chicken enchiladas with red sauce too!
Provided by Mexican Appetizers and More
Categories Appetizer Main Course
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Cook chicken in a large pot over medium heat with water. Cook for about 25 minutes.
- Reserve some of the water the chicken was cooked in, about 2 cups of broth.
- Shred chicken with two forks.
- If using the onion (highly recommend) add 2-3 tablespoons of vegetable oil to a skillet over medium high heat and saute for 2 minutes. Stir onions and now add the minced garlic to pan. Cook garlic for about 30 seconds over medium heat.
- Add shredded chicken and broth of chicken.
- Sprinkle cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper over chicken and stir mixture together. Cook for about 10 to 15 minutes or until chicken broth reduces a bit. You want to make sure chicken stays moist. Set aside.
- Remove stems off of peppers. To remove seeds, flip peppers over to allow seeds to fall out.
- Place in a saucepan with water to cover and heat on medium heat. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until peppers are soft.
- Place peppers in a chopper or blender with the other 3 garlic cloves, oregano and 2 cups of water. Blend until smooth ( sauce will still have texture because of pepper skin).
- Strain sauce into a bowl using a strainer so that the skin (and whatever seeds may still remain) is left behind. Add salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
- Using a pair of tongs, coat tortillas one at a time lightly with sauce or use a cooking brush and coat tortillas on each side lightly.
- In a non-stick skillet fry tortillas on each side for a few seconds. Add a little cooking spray if pan starts to get too sticky. Do not overcook or tortillas will fall apart.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Add about a 1/3 cup of chicken down the middle of each tortilla, followed by monterey cheese.
- Roll tortillas. Assemble and place each tortilla seam side down in a greased baking dish or casserole.
- Add additional sauce on top of tortillas. Cover with additional monterey cheese
- Cover casserole with aluminum and place in oven for 10 to 12 minutes.
- Remove foil and cook for another few minutes if you like to brown the cheese on top. This step is entirely up to you.
- Once done, let the casserole rest for a few minutes and then add crumbled cheese, red onion (if using) and sprinkle chopped cilantro.
- Serve 1 to 2 enchiladas per person. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 515 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving
CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
At your next party, serve Tyler Florence's popular Chicken Enchiladas recipe from Food Network for a hit of chipotle spice.
Provided by Tyler Florence
Categories main-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 16 enchiladas, 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Coat large saute pan with oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Brown chicken over medium heat, allow 7 minutes each side or until no longer pink. Sprinkle chicken with cumin, garlic powder and Mexican spices before turning. Remove chicken to a platter, allow to cool.
- Saute onion and garlic in chicken drippings until tender. Add corn and chiles. Stir well to combine. Add canned tomatoes, saute 1 minute.
- Pull chicken breasts apart by hand into shredded strips. Add shredded chicken to saute pan, combine with vegetables. Dust the mixture with flour to help set.
- Microwave tortillas on high for 30 seconds. This softens them and makes them more pliable. Coat the bottom of 2 (13 by 9-inch) pans with a ladle of enchilada sauce. Using a large shallow bowl, dip each tortilla in enchilada sauce to lightly coat. Spoon 1/4 cup chicken mixture in each tortilla. Fold over filling, place 8 enchiladas in each pan with seam side down. Top with remaining enchilada sauce and cheese.
- Bake for 15 minutes in a preheated 350 degree F oven until cheese melts. Garnish with cilantro, scallion, sour cream and chopped tomatoes before serving. Serve with Spanish rice and beans.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calorie, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 63 milligrams, Sodium 1216 milligrams, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 7 grams
CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
Provided by Marcela Valladolid
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Put the tomatillos, onion, serrano, yellow chile and 3/4 cup water in a medium, heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover and boil until the tomatillos turn olive-green color, about 10 minutes. Transfer the tomatillos, onion and chiles to a blender. Add the garlic and cilantro and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat the oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the tortillas until golden but still pliable, about 10 seconds per side. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
- Put the tortillas on a work surface. Divide the shredded chicken evenly among the tortillas and roll up each like a cigar. Spread 1/3 cup sauce in a 9 by 13-inch glass baking dish. Arrange the enchiladas, seam-side down, in one layer snugly inside the dish. Pour the remaining sauce over the enchiladas.
- Drizzle with the Mexican crema and sprinkle the cheese all over. Bake until the cheese melts and starts to brown in spots, about 30 minutes. Serve immediately.
MEXICAN CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
This is a great way to use leftovers from your Sunday roast chicken, and is also a big hit with cheese lovers.
Provided by JackieOhNo
Categories Chicken
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Coat 13x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Combine chicken with beans, 1 cup cheese, scallions, chiles with liquid and cumin.
- Dividing evenly, spoon mixture down center of each wrap; roll up. Place in baking dish; top with enchilada sauce. Lightly cover baking dish with foil. Bake 30 minutes.
- Uncover enchiladas; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, 5 minutes. Serve topped with sour cream, cilantro, and pimentos.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.7, Fat 18, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 59.2, Sodium 1416.1, Carbohydrate 58, Fiber 7, Sugar 8.3, Protein 29.9
Tips:
- To make the chicken filling more flavorful, marinate it in a mixture of lime juice, garlic, cumin, and chili powder for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- For a smoky flavor, roast the tomatoes and poblano peppers before adding them to the sauce.
- To prevent the enchiladas from becoming soggy, lightly fry the tortillas in hot oil before filling and rolling them.
- To keep the enchiladas warm before serving, place them in a baking dish and cover them with foil.
- Serve the enchiladas with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and cilantro.
Conclusion:
These Mexican Chicken Enchiladas are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With their flavorful chicken filling, creamy sauce, and crispy tortillas, these enchiladas are sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a satisfying and flavorful meal, give these enchiladas a try!
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