Description
A comforting casserole of creamy chicken, green chiles, and melted cheese wrapped in soft tortillas, perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (about 10–12 oz / 280–340 g)
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 g) sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a tangy, higher-protein swap)
- 1 (4 oz / 113 g) can diced green chiles, drained
- 1 cup (112 g) shredded Monterey Jack or pepper jack cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) green enchilada sauce or tomatillo salsa verde (optional for topping)
- 8 (8-inch) flour tortillas (or corn tortillas for gluten-free)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, optional for garnish
- Optional toppings: sliced avocado, chopped scallions, lime wedges, queso fresco
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5–7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in shredded chicken and drained green chiles; cook for 1–2 minutes to warm through. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese and sour cream (or Greek yogurt) until smooth. Fold in 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack and the chicken mixture; mix until well incorporated.
- Warm tortillas briefly in a dry skillet or microwave to make them pliable.
- Spoon about 1/2 cup of the filling onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
- Pour green enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled enchiladas and sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden. Broil for 1–2 minutes for a browned top if desired.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro, avocado, or scallions.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken to save time. Warm tortillas before filling to prevent tearing. Can be assembled ahead of time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg