Homemade Green Enchiladas Verdes - A Taste of Mexico
45
min
471
Calories
20g
Fats
35g
Carbs
29g
Protein
Craving a taste of Mexico? Our Green Enchiladas Verdes recipe, featuring tender chicken, zesty green sauce, and melted cheese, will transport your taste buds to a Mexican fiesta. It's easy, delicious, and perfect for any meal!
Ingredients:
Step 1: Roast Green Peppers
Begin your green enchilada adventure by roasting your green peppers to perfection. Preheat your broiler on high and arrange your peppers on a foil-lined baking sheet. Focus on turning them occasionally so they blister evenly on all sides. Once they're beautifully charred, place them in a plastic bag and let them sweat a bit. When they've cooled down, you can easily peel off their skins. This process enhances the peppers' smoky flavor, a crucial foundation for your enchiladas verdes sauce.
Pro Tip: Sweating the peppers after roasting makes them easier to peel!
Step 2: Prepare Enchilada Sauce
Next, blend your roasted peppers with all-purpose flour and half the buttermilk into a creamy, vibrant green sauce. Pour this mixture into a skillet and warm it up gently, stirring in the remaining buttermilk to achieve the perfect consistency. Season with salt to taste. If the sauce is too spicy or too thick, don't hesitate to adjust it with a bit of sour cream or water. This step is where your enchiladas verdes start to come together, infusing them with their characteristic zesty and creamy flavor.
Pro Tip: Adjusting the sauce's thickness and spice level ensures it caters to all palates.
Step 3: Prepare Chicken
For the chicken, you have two paths: Boil and shred fresh chicken breasts until the meat is tender and juicy, about 25 minutes, or for a quicker alternative, shred a store-bought rotisserie chicken. This trick can save time and still promises delicious, moist chicken to layer into your enchiladas. Whether you're cooking the chicken yourself or taking a shortcut, this step ensures your enchiladas are packed with protein and flavor.
Pro Tip: Using a rotisserie chicken is a great time-saver without sacrificing flavor.
Step 4: Assemble Enchiladas
Now, let's assemble! Fry your tortillas lightly in hot oil to make them pliable, then dip each one in the green sauce. On a baking dish or plate, start layering your ingredients: place a tortilla, add chicken, onion, and cheese, then top with another sauce-soaked tortilla. Repeat for a stacked or rolled presentation, according to your preference. This process is not just about building layers but about combining flavors and textures that come together in every bite.
Pro Tip: Soaking tortillas in sauce prevents them from breaking and enriches flavor.
Step 5: Final Touches and Serving
For the final touch, sprinkle queso fresco over your assembled enchiladas and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 15 minutes. Serve your delicious homemade enchiladas verdes with a dollop of sour cream and a side of your choice. This final step not only melts the cheese to gooey perfection but also melds the flavors, creating a comforting and satisfying dish that's sure to be a hit.
Pro Tip: Melting the cheese in the oven adds an irresistible gooey texture to the dish.
