These Green Chile Pepper Jack Chicken Enchiladas bring the bold, vibrant flavors of New Mexico cuisine to your dinner table with a dish that’s both comforting and full of zesty heat. Tender shredded chicken gets seasoned with aromatic cumin and garlic before being rolled in soft corn tortillas and blanketed with tangy green chile sauce. The pepper jack cheese melts into golden, bubbly perfection on top, adding creamy richness and an extra kick of heat that makes these enchiladas absolutely irresistible for anyone who loves southwestern flavors.
Green Chile Pepper Jack Chicken Enchiladas
Recipe by Daily Disher
Green Chile Pepper Jack Chicken Enchiladas feature tender shredded chicken rolled in corn tortillas, smothered in green chile sauce and topped with melted pepper jack cheese.
Course: Main
/Cuisine: Mexican
/Difficulty: Easy
Servings
4
Prep time
20 minutes
Cooking time
40 minutes
Calories
450 kcal
1 hour
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup green chile sauce
1 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded
8 count corn tortillas
½ cup onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Directions
1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish for assembling the enchiladas.
2.
In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil and sauté the onions until they become translucent.
3.
Mix the shredded chicken with cooked onions, ensuring to add garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper for extra flavor.
4.
Warm the tortillas slightly in a skillet or microwave until pliable, then fill each with the chicken mixture.
5.
Roll each tortilla and place them seam-side down in the prepared baking dish, ensuring they are tightly packed.
6.
Pour the green chile sauce over the rolled tortillas, scattering the pepper jack cheese evenly across the top.
7.
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
8.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition Facts
Total number of serves:
4 servings
Calories:
450kcal
Cholesterol:
0mg
Sodium:
620mg
Potassium:
400mg
Sugar:
8g
Protein:
6g
Calcium:
60mg
Iron:
2mg