Enchiladas Verdes

Dive into the rich and savory flavors of these classic Enchiladas Verdes. With a blend of tender chicken, creamy sauces, and zesty salsa verde, this dish is balanced and perfect for any occasion. Topped with fresh cilantro, these enchiladas will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Mexican cuisine.

Ingredients:

🐔 6 shredded chicken thighs (boil with
3 tbsp chicken bouillon,
Salt & and pepper to taste,
Onions
Garlic
Celery
Carrots
🌮 12 tortillas
🧀 1 cup of mozzarella cheese + extra for topping
🥫 1 can of cream of mushroom soup
🥫 1 can of cream of chicken soup
🌶 1 cup of salsa verde (homemade or store-bought)
🌿 Fresh cilantro for garnish
🛢️ Oil for frying tortillas

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   Boil the chicken thighs seasoned with chicken bouillon, salt, and pepper to your taste. For extra flavor, add in onions, garlic, celery, and carrots while boiling. Once cooked, shred the chicken thighs.
2. Preheat the Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
3. Fry the Tortillas:
   In a pan, heat oil and lightly fry each tortilla until they are just soft but not crispy. Remove and set them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
4. Mix Chicken Filling:
   In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken with 1 cup of mozzarella cheese. Mix well.
5. Assemble the Enchiladas:
   Spray a glass or ceramic, oven-safe dish with cooking spray. Place a portion of the chicken and cheese mixture onto each tortilla, then roll them up tightly. Arrange the rolled tortillas seam-side down in the prepared dish.
6. Prepare the Sauce:
   In a blender, blend the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, and salsa verde until smooth.
7. Bake:
   Pour the blended sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas in the dish. Sprinkle extra mozzarella cheese on top. Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
8. Garnish and Serve:
   Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve hot and enjoy!

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4-6

Equipment:

• Large pot
• Pan for frying
• Mixing bowl
• Blender
• Oven-safe dish
• Foil

Cooking Tips:

• Ensure the tortillas are not too crispy after frying, as this will make them difficult to roll.
• Adjust the cheese quantity as per your preference for a cheesier dish.
• If you prefer a spicier kick, add some jalapeños to the sauce blend.

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