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Enchiladas Suizas

Enchiladas Suizas
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Enchiladas Suizas are a rich and comforting Mexican classic featuring tender corn tortillas filled with savory shredded chicken, wrapped in a luscious creamy tomatillo sauce, and topped with melted cheese. This easy and authentic recipe is perfect for a flavorful dinner and can be adapted to suit various dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Filling

  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast or thighs

For the Creamy Green Sauce

  • 1 lb fresh tomatillos, husked and rinsed
  • 2 jalapeños or serrano peppers, stemmed
  • 1 medium onion, quartered
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or Mexican crema
  • Salt, to taste

Other Ingredients

  • 10–12 soft corn tortillas
  • 2 cups Mexican cheese blend or shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Cooking oil or spray, for toasting tortillas

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken Filling: Poach chicken breasts or thighs in seasoned water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Shred the chicken finely using two forks or your hands. You can also use rotisserie chicken for convenience. Set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Make the Creamy Green Sauce: Boil the tomatillos, jalapeños, onion, and garlic in water until soft, about 10 minutes. Drain and transfer to a blender. Add fresh cilantro, chicken broth, and heavy cream or Mexican crema. Blend until smooth and velvety. Taste and adjust salt or add extra peppers for desired spice level.
  3. Soften and Toast Tortillas: Warm corn tortillas on a hot skillet for about 20-30 seconds on each side until pliable but not crispy to prevent cracking. Optionally, briefly dip tortillas into the creamy green sauce to infuse flavor and keep them moist.
  4. Assemble the Enchiladas: Spread a layer of the creamy green sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Place shredded chicken evenly inside each tortilla, roll tightly, and arrange seam-side down in the dish. Pour the remaining sauce over the rolled tortillas, ensuring they are well covered, then generously sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  5. Bake Until Bubbling and Golden: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the enchiladas for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden on top. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh tomatillos for the signature tangy flavor in the sauce.
  • Don’t overfill tortillas to keep them neat and easier to roll.
  • Warm tortillas before assembling to prevent cracking.
  • Double the sauce if you want a creamier dish drenched in sauce.
  • Let the enchiladas rest for a few minutes after baking for perfect texture.

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