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Simple Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas

Simple Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas


  • Author: Alyssa

Description

Simple Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas: tender chicken, zesty salsa verde, and melty cheese wrapped in tortillas for a quick and flavorful dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 jar Salsa Verde (1216 oz): The star ingredient for these enchiladas, offering a tangy and slightly spicy flavor that elevates the entire dish.
  • 2.53 cups shredded pepper jack cheese: This creamy cheese melts beautifully and adds just the right amount of spice to complement the salsa.
  • 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken: Using rotisserie chicken not only saves time but also enhances the flavor profile with its seasoned and tender meat.
  • 810 fajita-size flour tortillas: These tortillas provide the perfect wrap for holding the filling and add a delicious chewy texture when baked.
  • 2 tbsp half & half: This ingredient helps create a creamy topping that blends beautifully with the salsa verde.

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare the base: Pour 1/4 cup of salsa verde at the bottom of your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to form a flavorful base.
  3. Mix the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of shredded rotisserie chicken with 3/4 cup of salsa verde until well blended. This flavorful mixture will be the filling for your enchiladas.
  4. Assemble enchiladas: Taking a fajita-size tortilla, spoon 1/4 to 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture into the center. Sprinkle a little pepper jack cheese on top before rolling it up tightly. Place the tortilla seam-side down in the dish. Repeat this step for all tortillas until the mixture is used up.
  5. Add the sauce: In the same bowl used for the filling, combine the remaining salsa verde (about 3/4 cup) with 2 tablespoons of half & half. Mix well and pour this creamy sauce over the assembled enchiladas. Top with the remaining pepper jack cheese.
  6. Bake the enchiladas: Place the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 20-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and lightly golden on top.

Once baked, let the enchiladas cool for a few minutes, then serve warm. You’ll know they’re ready when the cheese is melted and the entire dish is enticingly fragrant.