Enchiladas Verdes

Slathered in a piquant green sauce and baked, chicken and cheese enchiladas verdes are a flavor-packed alternative to tacos.

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Serving size: 12
Calories per serving: 50

Ingredients:
VERDE SAUCE:
2 pounds tomatillos, husked
1/2 medium onion, cut into wedges
1 serrano pepper, seeded
3 garlic cloves
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 teaspoon salt
ENCHILADAS:
2 1/2 cups 2-1/2 shredded cooked chicken breasts
2 cups shredded Monterey cheese, divided
1/4 cup chopped onions
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
12 corn tortillas (6 inches)
Diced avocado, sour cream and fresh cilantro, for topping

Directions:
Place tomatillos, onion and serrano pepper in a large saucepot or Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer. Cook 10-12 minutes or until vegetables are slightly soft. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking liquid; drain remaining liquid. Set aside to cool slightly. Transfer vegetables and liquid to a high-powered blender; add garlic, cilantro and salt. Puree until smooth.

Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine chicken, 1 cup cheese, onion, cumin and 1/2 cup verde sauce.

Spread 1 cup verde sauce over the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish.

Place 2 tablespoons chicken mixture off center on each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down over sauce in prepared pan. Top rolled tortillas with remaining sauce; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese.

Bake, uncovered, until heated through and cheese is melted, 20-25 minutes. If desired, top with avocado, sour cream and cilantro.

Source: tasteofhome.com


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