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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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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



Enchiladas Verdes Con Pollo As Made By Cuco Recipe by Tasty image

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

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS VERDES



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A favorite from my Spanish instructor for our international luncheon. Use your pizza cutter to cut the cilantro.

Provided by WiGal

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups cooked chicken, 1 rotisserie chicken
24 ounces salsa verde, DIVIDED
8 ounces monterey jack cheese, shredded DIVIDED
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, DIVIDED chopped
salt, to taste
1/8 teaspoon pepper
16 six inch corn tortillas
1 onion, halved and sliced thin (optional)
sour cream, to serve with
guacamole, to serve with

Steps:

  • Shred chicken.
  • Mix chicken with 3/4 cups salsa verde, 1 1/2 cups cheese, 1/4 cup cilantro, salt, and pepper.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Spread 1 cup salsa over bottom of a 9 X 13 inch baking dish.
  • Microwave tortillas on high in MICROWAVE SAFE plastic bag until warm, about 45 seconds. (So they are easier to roll.).
  • Working one at a time, spoon about 1/4 cup chicken filling onto a tortilla-roll into a cylinder and place, seam side down, in baking dish.
  • Drizzle enchiladas with 1 1/2 cups of salsa, sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Lightly spray sheet of foil with cooking spray, cover dish and bake until heated through, about 30 minutes.
  • Remove foil-sprinkle with onion and remaining cilantro-let stand a few minutes.
  • Serve with remaining salsa, sour cream, and guacamole.
  • Note about freezing: Make up filling through step 2, freeze, defrost in fridge 24 hours before, and proceed with remaining part of recipe.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 758.5, Fat 33.3, SaturatedFat 14.4, Cholesterol 158.6, Sodium 1852.3, Carbohydrate 55.4, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 13.2, Protein 55.3

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.

TURKEY ENCHILADAS VERDES



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Planning a fiesta night? These authentic-tasting enchiladas in spicy green sauce will please the whole family and you'll be thankful for turkey leftovers. -Karyn Power, Arlington, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

32 corn tortillas (6 inches)
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon canola oil, divided
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cups cubed cooked turkey
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tablespoon chopped pickled jalapeno slices
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
3 cans (10 ounces each) green enchilada sauce
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
Optional: Sour cream, chopped tomato, chopped cilantro and additional pickled jalapeno slices

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, fry tortillas in batches, using 1/3 cup oil, for 5 seconds on each side or until golden. Drain on paper towels., In the same skillet, saute onion in remaining oil until tender. Stir in the turkey, tomatoes, jalapenos, taco seasoning, cumin, oregano and basil; heat through. , Combine enchilada sauce and soup. Spread 1/2 cup mixture into each of two 13x9-in. baking dishes. Place 2 tablespoons turkey mixture down the center of each tortilla; top with 1 tablespoon cheese. Roll up and place seam side down in prepared dishes. Pour remaining sauce over the top. , Cover and bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Garnish with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 906mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

ENCHILADAS VERDES



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These enchiladas are easy to make ahead and refrigerate until you're ready to bake. After quickly cooking the tortillas in hot oil, I layer them between paper napkins to soak up excess oil.-Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 small garlic clove, minced
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 package (8 ounces) process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
3/4 cup evaporated milk
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
12 corn tortillas (6 inches)
1/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and salt over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in cheddar cheese; set aside., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook and stir the soup, process cheese and milk over medium heat until cheese is melted. Stir in chilies and pimientos., In a large skillet, fry tortillas, one at a time, in oil for 5 seconds on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. , Place a scant 1/4 cup of reserved meat mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down in greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Pour cheese sauce over the top. , Cover and bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 676 calories, Fat 41g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 1406mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

SPICY ENCHILADAS VERDES DE QUESO



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My mother-in-law hails from the small town of Alpoyeca, Guerrero in Mexico. She makes the most delicious Enchiladas Verdes, and I wanted to share this authentic Mexican recipe with everyone. A word of warning, I am not going to alter her recipe so people who can't handle spiciness might want to add more water or less jalapenos. Enjoy!

Provided by red5

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h40m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 jalapeno peppers, stems removed
3 fresh tomatillos, husks removed - stemmed and halved
½ yellow onion
2 cloves garlic
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
water, or as needed to cover
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 ½ cubes chicken bouillon
1 sprig fresh cilantro
vegetable oil
20 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 (12 ounce) package queso fresco (Mexican fresh cheese), shredded
½ head lettuce, shredded
1 small red onion, chopped
5 tablespoons sour cream, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place jalapeno peppers, tomatillos, yellow onion, garlic, and cumin in a blender; pour in enough water to cover the vegetables. Blend until liquified, about 1 minute.
  • Heat 1/3 cup vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat just until oil has begun to warm, about 30 seconds; pour the blended jalapeno mixture into the oil. Stir in chicken bouillon cubes and cilantro. Reduce heat to medium and cook sauce for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove green sauce from heat and allow to stand while you complete remaining steps.
  • Heat 1 cup vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Using a tongs, place each tortilla into the hot oil and fry for a few seconds on each side. Tortillas will be pliable; do not overcook.
  • Immerse the fried tortilla into the green sauce to coat; place tortilla on a serving plate. Sprinkle tortilla with about 2 teaspoons shredded queso fresco cheese and roll into a thin enchilada. It's easiest if one person is frying tortillas while another person dips in sauce, fills with cheese, and rolls the tortillas.
  • Place enchiladas onto serving plates; spoon with remaining green sauce and sprinkle with remaining queso fresco cheese. Spread shredded lettuce over the enchiladas and sprinkle with chopped red onion. Top servings with a tablespoon of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.8 g, Cholesterol 28.6 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 8.6 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 498.7 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS VERDES FROM RO*TEL



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Corn tortillas filled with chicken, cheese and green enchilada sauce with some zesty tomatoes on top for easy chicken and cheese enchiladas.

Provided by RO*TEL

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     RO*TEL®

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup Wesson® Pure Canola Oil
PAM® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
1 (10 ounce) can green chili enchilada sauce
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 cup crumbled queso enchilado cheese
⅓ cup chopped yellow onion
1 teaspoon ground cumin
12 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 cup shredded Chihuahua or Monterey Jack cheese
1 (10 ounce) can Ro*Tel® Original Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, drained
1 cup Shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Spray 13x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray; set aside. Pour enchilada sauce in shallow bowl; set aside.
  • Combine chicken, queso enchilado cheese, onion and cumin in medium bowl.
  • Fry each side of a tortilla quickly in oil until pliable; dip in enchilada sauce. Place in baking dish and top with about 1/4 cup filling. Roll tortilla around filling and place seam-side down in baking dish. Repeat using all tortillas and filling.
  • Pour any remaining enchilada sauce over enchiladas. Sprinkle with Chihuahua cheese; top with drained tomatoes. Cover dish with foil; bake 25 minutes or until hot. Serve on shredded lettuce, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540.2 calories, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 73.7 mg, Fat 35.7 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 411.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

ENCHILADAS VERDES SUIZAS



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For authenticity, substitute crema for the whipping cream, leave out the sugar and garlic. Instead of jack or cheddar, use one of the Mexican hard cheeses. For the sauce, use a mild roasted tomatilla and chili sauce.

Provided by Queen Dragon Mom

Categories     Mexican

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 enchiladas, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 lbs tomatillos
1 dash baking soda
3 serrano chilies
1 dash sugar
1 tablespoon onion, Chopped
1 garlic clove
1 cup whipping cream
1 tablespoon cilantro, Chopped
monterey jack cheese or cheddar cheese, Grated
oil
salt and pepper
12 corn tortillas
2 cups chicken, Cooked, shredded
7 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup flour
salt & pepper
2 tablespoons onions, Chopped
2 cups milk
1 garlic clove
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Remove papery husks from tomatillos.
  • Wash tomatillos and chiles well.
  • Cook, covered, in a little boiling water until tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove stems and seeds from chiles.
  • Place chiles and drained tomatillos in blender container.
  • Add onion, garlic and cilantro and blend until pureed.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet, add pureed mixture and fry, adding soda and sugar. Salt to taste.
  • When mixture is cooked, add White Sauce, cream and 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Season with salt & pepper to taste; keep hot.
  • For each serving, soften 3 tortillas in hot oil, then dip in hot sauce. Place some shredded chicken on each tortilla and roll. Place, seam side down, in individual baking dishes.
  • Cover with remaining sauce and sprinkle cheese over top.
  • Place under broiler until cheese melts and is golden brown.
  • WHITE SAUCE: Melt butter, add onion and garlic and cook until onion is browned.
  • Stir in flour and cook and stir until flour is cooked.
  • Add milk and cook until thickened.
  • Strain sauce, then add Worcestershire and salt and pepper to taste. I have enjoyed this dish at Sanborns House of Tiles in Mexico.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 755.9, Fat 51.2, SaturatedFat 29.9, Cholesterol 152, Sodium 325.8, Carbohydrate 66.5, Fiber 9.6, Sugar 10.3, Protein 13.6

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN ENCHILADAS VERDES



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My sister-in-law was born and raised in Mexico City. She taught me how to make these. They take some time, but for those of us who love to cook and enjoy the fruits of our labor - this will be a real treat. You will need a blender or food processor for the sauce. This recipe makes 24 enchiladas. Enough for a crowd, or to freeze. If you are going to take this much time, you may as well have plenty! It can be halved, if you prefer. The sauce and stuffing can be prepared in advance.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Chicken

Time 2h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 quarts water
25 medium tomatillos, husked
3 onions, halves peeled
10 garlic cloves, peeled
10 serrano chilies, seeded (can be adjusted to taste, I use latex gloves, watch those eyes!!!)
30 sprigs fresh cilantro
2/3 cup vegetable oil
2 slices onions
salt
2 quarts water
3 whole chicken breasts, halved
1 medium onion, thickly sliced
4 garlic cloves, peeled
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
24 (5 inch) corn tortillas (freshest you can find)
15 sprigs fresh cilantro
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 cups creme fraiche or 3 cups sour cream
4 cups grated monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare sauce: Heat water in large pot to boiling.
  • Add tomatillos, 2 onion halves, 6 garlic cloves, and 7 serrano chiles.
  • Simmer uncovered 30 minutes.
  • Let cool slightly, then drain, reserving about 1 cup cooking liquid.
  • Place solids in blender or food processor.
  • Add remaining onion half, 4 garlic cloves, 3 chiles, the cilantro, and about 1/2 cup cooking liquid.
  • Process until smooth.
  • Heat oil in medium saucepan.
  • Add onion slices and saute until lightly browned.
  • Stir in sauce and season with salt.
  • Simmer uncovered until slightly thickened, about 30- 45 minutes.
  • If sauce thickens too much, thin it with remaining cooking liquid.
  • Meanwhile, when the sauce ingredients are simmering, prepare stuffing.
  • Heat 2 qt water in large pot to boiling.
  • Add chicken, onion, garlic, and salt to taste.
  • Simmer just until chicken is cooked through, about 30 minutes.
  • Let cool, then remove chicken from liquid.
  • Remove and discard skin and bones; shred meat.
  • Prepare tortillas: When the sauce is nearly ready and the stuffing is ready, heat small amount of oil in skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook tortillas one at a time, turning once, just until flexible but not crisp, about 20 seconds each.
  • Drain on a thick layer of paper towels wrapped up inside a clean cloth kitchen towel (or tortilla warmer).
  • This will drain them and keep them soft and warm.
  • Heat oven to 3500°F.
  • Coat two 13x9 baking pans with vegetable oil.
  • Dip each tortilla in sauce.
  • Fill tortillas with shredded chicken and roll up.
  • Arrange a dozen filled tortillas in each pan.
  • Top with green sauce.
  • Spoon creme fraiche (or sour cream) over sauce.
  • Sprinkle chopped onion and cilantro over the top.
  • Sprinkle cheese over all.
  • Bake for 25 minutes.
  • Broil briefly if the top needs some browning.
  • Serve hot with refried beans.
  • Note:.
  • To freeze: Prepare recipe through step 26. Place rolled enchiladas on a baking sheet and freeze until firm. Transfer to a freezer bag. Seal, label and freeze. Place sauce in a second freezer bag and place both bags in a larger bag. Seal and freeze.
  • To serve: Thaw in fridge overnight. Complete assembly and bake as directed in recipe.

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS VERDES



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I used several chicken enchilada recipes and made up my own! We just started growing tomatillos and are finding many ways to use them!

Provided by Ann Shriner Thomas

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds tomatillos, husked and cut in half
2 bunches green onions, ends trimmed
5 jalapeno peppers, halved and seeded
4 cloves garlic, or more to taste
2 cups chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup chicken stock
1 lime, juiced
1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
12 corn tortillas
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup crumbled queso fresco

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Combine tomatillos, green onions, jalapeno peppers, and garlic together in a baking dish.
  • Roast vegetables in the preheated oven until softened and fragrant, about 20 minutes. Remove from oven and increase oven temperature to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C)
  • Pour roasted vegetables, cilantro, chicken stock, lime juice, and salt into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until a smooth salsa consistency is reached.
  • Place 6 tortillas, overlapping, in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover tortillas with 1/2 the chicken. Top chicken with 1/2 the mozzarella cheese and pour 1/2 the salsa over the cheese. Repeat layering process with remaining tortillas, chicken, mozzarella cheese, and salsa. Sprinkle crumbled queso fresco over the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 94.3 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 39.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 857.5 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

KALE-POTATO ENCHILADAS VERDES



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Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 10 enchiladas

Number Of Ingredients 18

Salt
2 pounds husked and rinsed tomatillos
2 cloves garlic
1 large bunch fresh cilantro, thick stems removed
1 large jalapeno (optionally seeded)
1/4 large white onion
2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 large onion, chopped
2 cups loosely packed chopped kale (thick stems removed)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 cup Mexican crema
1 1/4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Nonstick cooking spray, for spraying the baking dish
Vegetable oil, for frying the tortillas
10 tortillas

Steps:

  • For the salsa verde: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add some salt. Add the tomatillos, garlic, cilantro, jalapeno and onion and bring back to a boil. Boil until the tomatillos turn olive green, about 10 minutes. Strain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid. Transfer the ingredients from the pot to a blender with the reserved cooking liquid and puree until smooth. Return the mixture to the same (empty) pot, bring to a boil and boil until the sauce is darker green and reduced, 20 to 25 minutes. Season with 1 teaspoon salt or to taste and set aside.
  • For the enchiladas: Put the potatoes in a pot with enough water to cover, add some salt and cover the pot. Bring to a boil, lower to a simmer and simmer until the potatoes are fork-tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large pan. Add the garlic and onion and saute until golden, about 5 minutes. Add the kale and saute until wilted, about 5 minutes more. Mix in the butter and 1/4 cup of the crema until melted and smooth. Gently mix in the potatoes and 1 cup of the cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set the filling aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 13-by-9-inch glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Heat enough vegetable oil to come 1 inch up the sides of a skillet to 350 degrees F over medium heat. Make an assembly line close to the stove top. Place half of the salsa verde in a cake pan (reserve the rest for topping) and put a cutting board and the potato-kale filling nearby.
  • Dip a tortilla in the hot oil until golden but still pliable. Using tongs, transfer it to the cake pan with the salsa verde and turn to coat. Place the dipped tortilla on the cutting board, stuff with a scant 1/4 cup of the potato-kale filling and roll up. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, salsa verde and filling.
  • Transfer the stuffed tortillas to the prepared baking dish. Top with the reserved salsa verde and remaining 1/4 cup crema and 1/4 cup cheese. Bake until darkened in spots, about 30 minutes. Serve slightly cooled.

ENCHILADAS VERDES (GREEN ENCHILADAS)



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Experience authentic Mexican flavor with this award-winning recipe. A family favorite created by my mother, enchiladas verdes explodes in your mouth with just the right amount of spice and tang. This is my favorite Mexican dish and it's sure to become yours too.

Provided by Muy Bueno

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 Anaheim chile peppers
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups buttermilk, divided
2 teaspoons salt, or as needed
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ cup canola oil for frying
12 (6 inch) white corn tortillas, or more as needed
1 white onion, diced
1 ½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
¼ cup crumbled queso fresco
½ cup Mexican crema (cream)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Arrange peppers on prepared baking sheet.
  • Broil peppers in the preheated oven until skins begin to blister and turn black, about 5 minutes. Turn peppers and repeat until other side is evenly blistered and blackened.
  • Place peppers in a plastic resealable bag, seal, and cover with a kitchen towel. Let peppers sit so the steam loosens the outer skin, about 10 minutes. Remove peppers from bag and rub off blackened skin. Break open and remove seeds and stem.
  • Blend peppers, flour, and 2 cups buttermilk in a blender until creamy. Transfer to a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add remaining 2 cups buttermilk and stir. Season with salt. Simmer until sauce is thickened, 5 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add chicken. Boil until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear, about 25 minutes. Drain, cool, and shred chicken.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry corn tortillas in hot oil, working in batches, until just softened, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Pour about 1 cup of pepper enchilada sauce into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Fill each tortilla with shredded chicken, diced onion, and 1 to 2 tablespoons Monterey Jack cheese. Roll tortilla around the filling and place seam-side down into the pepper enchilada sauce in the baking dish. Top enchiladas with remaining pepper sauce, remaining Monterey Jack cheese, and queso fresco.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until sauce is bubbling and cheese is melted, 20 to 25 minutes. Top with Mexican crema to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.3 calories, Carbohydrate 44.1 g, Cholesterol 101.2 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 1182.5 mg, Sugar 14.7 g

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS WITH TOMATILLO SAUCE (ENCHILADAS VERDES)



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From Goya's "Taste of the Americas: Mexico" booklet, enchiladas (Mexico's comfort food) are made with an authentic green tomatillo sauce. Some changes were made for simplicity or variations.

Provided by ElleFirebrand

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
adobo seasoning, to taste
1/2 white onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup sour cream
3 serrano chilies
2 (26 ounce) cans whole tomatillos, drained
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup white onion, chopped
3 tablespoons cilantro
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
12 corn tortillas or 12 flour tortillas
1 cup sour cream
1/2 white onion, diced
1 cup queso fresco or 1 cup monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Season chicken with adobo. Place chicken, onion, garlic in saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium, cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes. Remove from heat and let chicken cook in broth. Shred chicken meat, approximately 4 cups. Mix with sour cream.
  • Put chilies in saucepan with enough water to cover, bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer for 10 minutes. In batches, puree chilies, tomatillos, garlic, onion and cilantro in blender until smooth.
  • In skillet on medium-high heat, heat oil until it starts to smoke. Add tomatillo sauce and cook, stirring constantly. When sauce begins to bubble, lower heat and cook for 5 minutes until noticeably darker and thicker. Season sauce with Adobo. There should be about 3 cups of sauce. If needed, stir in chicken broth.
  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Using your fingers, dip each tortilla briefly in sauce, covering both sides. Place on plate, spread on large spoonful of filling and roll up. Place seem side down in baking dish and repeat for each enchilada. Cover with remaining sauce, cover with foil and heat in oven for 10 minutes or until enchiladas are heated through. Top with sour cream, onions and cheese. Serve immediately.

ENCHILADAS VERDES (GREEN CHICKEN ENCHILADAS)



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Provided by Lesley Téllez

Yield Serves 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 pounds skinless chicken legs, thighs, and breasts, fat trimmed
1 pound chicken backs, fat trimmed
3 medium cloves garlic, unpeeled
1 dried Mexican bay leaf
5 peppercorns
1 medium onion, quartered
1 3/4 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds tomatillos, husked and rinsed
2 large serrano chiles
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons lard or canola oil
24 corn tortillas
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 cups Mexican crema (or sour cream)
1 cup mild, shredded cheese, such as Monterrey Jack or Colby

Steps:

  • At least 2 hours before you'd like to eat, place the chicken, 1 garlic clove, the bay leaf, peppercorns and a quarter of the onion in a large stockpot. Cover with cold water and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to very low, cover and simmer for 25 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken legs, thighs and breasts with tongs or a slotted spoon and let cool. Discard the chicken backs and strain the stock; set aside.
  • Once cool enough to handle, shred the meat and season with 3/4 teaspoon salt and the black pepper. Set aside.
  • Place the tomatillos in a large saucepan. Add the remaining 2 cloves garlic, peeled, and 2 quarters of the onion. Cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then simmer on medium heat until the tomatillos turn pea green and soften, about 12 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and let cool. (Vegetarians can reserve the cooking water, turn up the flame, and reduce for 15 to 20 minutes, to use in lieu of chicken stock, if they choose.)
  • Stem the chiles and chop roughly with the cooked garlic. Add to a blender jar with half of the tomatillo mixture, and 1/2 cup of the strained chicken stock. (If you have a high-powered blender, toss all the ingredients in at once.) Blend until smooth. Add the remaining tomatillo-onion mixture and 1 teaspoon salt, and blend again until smooth.
  • Warm 1 tablespoon lard in a large skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the sauce in one quick pour, being careful as it might splatter. Cook until the flavors meld, about 5 minutes.
  • Heat 2 teaspoons lard in a small skillet over medium heat and swirl to coat the bottom. Fry the tortillas lightly, one at a time, until slightly tougher but still pliable, about 30 seconds per side. (They shouldn't be crisp.) As you work, remove the fried tortillas to serving plates-I like to serve 4 tortillas per person. Fold the tortillas in a half-moon shape and make sure they sit in an even layer on each plate.
  • Dice the remaining quarter of onion. Ladle 3/4 cup sauce over over each serving of tortillas, spreading slightly so the tortillas are entirely smothered in sauce. Add a layer of diced onion and cilantro, a layer of shredded cheese, a layer of chicken, some crema and another layer of sauce. Top with another light sprinkling of diced onion.

COOKING LIGHT ENCHILADAS VERDES



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Lighter version of a favorite, easy to put together. Asadero cheese is readily available here in Arizona, but if you can't find it substitute asiago or a similar cheese. You can also use already prepared salsa verde for quicker prep time. I used leftover meat from store bought rotisserie chicken

Provided by AZRT8871

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb tomatillo (about 15)
1 1/4 cups chicken broth, fat free and reduced sodium
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 1/2 cups bone in chicken breasts, roasted and shredded (about 12 ounces)
1/2 cup shredded asadero cheese or 1/2 cup asiago cheese
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/3 cup chicken broth, fat free and reduced sodium
1/3 cup nonfat sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
cooking spray
8 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1/4 cup nonfat sour cream
sliced jalapeno pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • Asadero, originally from Mexico, is a semisoft cow's milk cheese with a bright, pungent flavor.
  • To prepare salsa verde, discard husks and stems from tomatillos; cut into quarters. Combine tomatillos, 1 1/4 cups broth, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and chopped jalapeño 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).
  • Preheat oven to 400°.
  • 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 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Warm tortillas according to package directions. Spoon about 1/3 cup chicken mixture downcenter 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° for 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Serve with sour cream, and garnish with sliced jalapeño, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 20.7, Sodium 741.1, Carbohydrate 32, Fiber 5, Sugar 9, Protein 11

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS VERDES



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Wrap chicken and tomatillo salsa in Old El Paso® tortillas for a delicious Mexican dinner - ready in just 25 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
1 1/2 cups green tomatillo salsa
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese (4 oz)
1/4 teaspoon kosher (coarse) salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
8 Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for soft tacos & fajitas (6 inch; from 8.2-oz package)

Steps:

  • Set oven control to broil. Spray 13x9-inch broiler-safe (not glass) baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In medium microwavable bowl, mix chicken, 1/2 cup of the salsa, 1/2 cup of the cheese, the salt and pepper. Microwave uncovered on High 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Spoon about 1/3 cup chicken mixture down center of each tortilla; roll up. Place, seam side down, in baking dish. Pour remaining 1 cup salsa over enchiladas; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Broil with top about 6 inches from heat 8 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 790 mg

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 VERDES



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After watching this episode of America's Test Kitchen, I had to make this! I used canned tomatillos and poblano chiles (28 oz. can) and it tasted wonderful! So fresh and delicious! I didn't think it was too spicy, even using Pepper Jack cheese. Here are the comments from their original recipe: "You can substitute three 11-ounce cans of tomatillos, drained and rinsed, for the fresh ones in this recipe. Halve large tomatillos (more than 2 inches in diameter) and place them skin-side up for broiling to ensure even cooking and charring. If you can't find poblanos, substitute 4 large jalapeño chiles (with seeds and ribs removed). To increase the spiciness of the sauce, reserve some of the chiles' ribs and seeds and add them to the food processor."

Provided by Pismo

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 8-12 enchiladas, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
3 medium garlic cloves, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (2 to 3 breasts)
1 1/2 lbs tomatillos, husks and stems removed, rinsed well and dried (16 to 20 medium)
3 medium poblano chiles, halved lengthwise, stemmed, and seeded (I used a 28 oz. can)
1 -2 1/2 teaspoon sugar
table salt
ground black pepper
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
8 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese (2 cups, I used 12 oz. or about 3 cups) or 8 ounces monterey jack cheese, grated (2 cups, I used 12 oz. or about 3 cups)
12 (6 inch) corn tortillas (I used 8 8-inch flour tortillas)
2 medium scallions, sliced thin
thinly sliced radish
sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat 2 teaspoons oil in medium saucepan over medium heat until shimmering; add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until golden, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Add 2 teaspoons garlic and cumin; cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Decrease heat to low and stir in broth.
  • Add chicken, cover, and simmer until instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of chicken registers 160 degrees, 15 to 20 minutes, flipping chicken halfway through cooking.
  • Transfer chicken to large bowl; place in refrigerator to cool, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove 1/4 cup liquid from saucepan and set aside; discard remaining liquid.
  • If using fresh tomatillos and poblano chiles adjust oven racks to middle and highest positions and heat broiler (if using canned, skip to step 11 ).
  • Toss tomatillos and poblanos with remaining 2 teaspoons oil; arrange on rimmed baking sheet lined with foil, with poblanos skin-side up.
  • Broil until vegetables blacken and start to soften, 5 to 10 minutes, rotating pan halfway through cooking.
  • Cool 10 minutes, then remove skin from poblanos (leave tomatillo skins intact).
  • Transfer tomatillos and chiles to food processor.
  • Set oven temperature to 350 degrees.
  • Discard foil from baking sheet and set baking sheet aside for warming tortillas.
  • Add 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, remaining teaspoon garlic, and reserved cooking liquid to food processor; process until sauce is somewhat chunky, about eight 1-second pulses.
  • Taste sauce; season with salt and pepper and adjust tartness by stirring in remaining sugar, 1/2 teaspoon at a time.
  • Set sauce aside (you should have about 3 cups).
  • When chicken is cool, pull into shreds using hands or 2 forks, then chop into small bite-sized pieces.
  • Combine chicken with cilantro and 1 1/2 cups cheese; season with salt.
  • Smear bottom of 13- by 9-inch baking dish with 3/4 cup tomatillo sauce.
  • Place tortillas on 2 baking sheets; spray both sides of tortillas lightly with cooking spray.
  • Bake until tortillas are soft and pliable, 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Increase oven temperature to 450 degrees.
  • Place warm tortillas on countertop and spread 1/3 cup filling down center of each tortilla.
  • Roll each tortilla tightly and place in baking dish, seam-side down.
  • Pour remaining tomatillo sauce over top of enchiladas; use back of spoon to spread sauce so that it coats top of each tortilla.
  • Sprinkle with remaining cheese and cover baking dish with foil.
  • Bake enchiladas on middle rack until heated through and cheese is melted, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Uncover, sprinkle with scallions, and serve immediately, passing radishes and sour cream separately.

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