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Easy Chicken Enchiladas Verdes

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Easy Chicken Enchiladas Verdes

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Easy chicken enchiladas verdes are made using only 4 ingredients and is the perfect meal for hectic weeknights.

Easy Chicken Enchiladas Verdes

If you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, look no further. This easy chicken enchiladas verdes meal consists of only 4 ingredients! It’s so easy to make and only takes 20 minutes to bake.

Easy meals on the weeknights are often my go to and having meals like this make dinnertime in my house run much smoother.

One of my secrets when making dishes that require shredded cooked chicken, is to buy a rotisserie chicken that is already cooked. Then all I have to do is remove the skin and shred the chicken meat.

It works out perfectly and is a huge time saver.

Easy Chicken Enchiladas Verdes

Why you’ll love this recipe

  • Only 4 ingredients
  • Made with rotisserie chicken
  • Great family meal
Easy Chicken Enchiladas Verdes

Ingredients 

What you’ll need to make this recipe.

  • Rotisserie chicken
  • Corn tortillas
  • Green enchilada sauce
  • Shredded cheese

How to make this recipe

1 – Once the chicken is shredded, place chicken in the center of the corn tortilla. Roll it up and place it face down in a baking dish.

2 – Repeat until all the tortillas and chicken are gone.

3 – Take the can of enchiladas sauce and pour it evenly over the rolled tortillas.

4 – Finish by topping with the shredded cheese.

5 – Place enchiladas in the oven at 400 degrees for 20 minutes, and that’s it! These easy chicken enchiladas are done and ready to eat.

Easy Chicken Enchiladas Verdes

What do you serve with Chicken Enchiladas?

There are a variety of side dishes to serve with enchiladas. Including refried beans, rice, salad, plantains, vegetables or fruit.

What toppings are good for Chicken Enchiladas?

Like most Mexican food, there are so many great toppings to serve with enchiladas. Salsa, sour cream, guacamole, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime, and more. 

How do I store my leftover enchiladas?

Tightly cover the cooled pan of enchiladas with aluminum foil and keep in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

Can I freeze my enchiladas?

Yes! Tightly wrap the entire pan with foil and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Calories per serving (2 enchiladas): 373

Yield: 8 Servings

Easy Chicken Enchiladas Verdes

Easy Chicken Enchiladas Verdes

Easy chicken enchiladas verdes is made using only 4 ingredients and is the perfect meal for hectic weeknights.

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 rotisserie chicken, skin removed and meat shredded
  • 16 white corn tortillas, I use Mission Super Soft white corn tortillas
  • 28 oz can green enchilada sauce
  • 1/2 cup sharp shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°. Spray 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Place corn tortillas in microwave for 30 seconds to warm them. Divide shredded chicken into the center of 16 tortillas. Roll the tortillas and place seam side down in baking sheet.
  3. Pour enchilada sauce evenly over all tortillas covering them completely. Sprinkle cheese over the top of sauce.
  4. Place baking dish in oven, uncovered, and bake for 20 minutes. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Warming the tortillas before rolling will help them be more pliable and help prevent the tortillas from ripping. 

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    Nutrition Information:

    Yield:

    8
    Amount Per Serving: Calories: 373Total Fat: 23gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 1492mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 3gSugar: 2gProtein: 25g

    Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.

    © simplylowcal
    Cuisine: American / Category: Dinner

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    17. Angela Greven | Mean Green Chef

      5 stars
      Yum, enchiladas! Your healthed up version looks delish and would make for a great quick meal any night of the week!

      Reply

    18. Leanne

      5 stars
      Last winter I went through a period where I was making chicken enchiladas all the time. They are just so tasty and hearty. Perfect comfort food for cold weather! Your recipe has reminded me I need to make them again soon. They look delicious!

      Reply

    24. Sally

      5 stars
      Love ordering enchiladas at my favorite Mexican restaurant, but never made them at home. Saw these on FB and had to click over … looks so easy and delicious. Gotta make them soon!

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    26. Pam Greer

      5 stars
      This is my go to easy weeknight dinner! Anytime I buy a rotisserie chicken everyone gets excited because they know I’ll be making this!

      Reply

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