Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas

These Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas are a quick & easy one-pan meal that the entire family loves! Made with rotisserie chicken, salsa verde, cheese, and tortillas, these easy enchilada bake only takes 15 minutes to prep, and the perfect easy weeknight dinner that my family loves!

EASY SALSA VERDE ENCHILADA BAKE

There is nothing better than only needing to prep an easy and delicious dinner in just 15 minutes, and this salsa verde enchilada bake is one of our favorites! Made with simple ingredients, this Mexican-inspired dish has so much flavor with minimal effort! If you love this recipe, you need to try Unstuffed Pepper Skillet .

WHY YOU'LL LOVE SALSA VERDE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS

Quick & Easy: This easy one pan dinner can be prepared in just 15 minutes, which makes it a great weeknight option for those busy nights with your family.

Delicious: The flavor combination is truly a 10/10. The perfect amount of spicy that can still be kid-friendly. While this may not be an authentic Mexican enchilada, these easy salsa verde chicken enchiladas are creamy, cheesy and mouth-watering good!

Budget-Friendly: Made with simple ingredients, this is a great budget-friendly dinner option that is great for leftovers.

INGREDIENTS

• Chicken: Rotisserie chicken keeps this recipe quick and easy while adding tender, juicy flavor to every bite. Additionally, it helps cut down on prep time, making these enchiladas perfect for busy weeknights.
• Cheese: Cream cheese and Monterey Jack cheese create the perfect creamy, melty filling for these enchiladas. The cream cheese adds richness, while the Monterey Jack melts beautifully and brings a mild, cheesy flavor.
• Tortillas: Soft flour tortillas hold the creamy chicken filling together perfectly while baking up tender in the oven. They also make these enchiladas easy to roll and family-friendly.
• Seasonings: Salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and cumin add warm, savory flavor to the filling. Meanwhile, the green chilies and fresh cilantro bring a fresh, slightly zesty flavor that pairs perfectly with the salsa verde sauce.
• Sour Cream: Sour cream adds a creamy texture and subtle tangy flavor to the enchilada filling. It also helps balance the spices while making the filling extra rich and smooth.

HOW TO MAKE SALSA VERDE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS

Preheat the oven and prepare a baking dish with a layer of salsa verde.

In a mixing bowl, combine salsa verde sauce, sour cream, seasonings, green chilies, and cilantro.

In a large bowl, combine shredded rotisserie chicken, cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and ⅓ cup of salsa mixture.

Pour small amount of salsa verde mixture on bottom of pan.

Fill each flour tortilla with the chicken mixture, then roll tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.

Pour the remaining salsa verde mixture over the enchiladas and top with additional Monterey Jack cheese. Bake until the cheese melts and the enchiladas turn hot and bubbly. Garnish with fresh cilantro, extra sour cream, or your favorite toppings before serving.

TIPS & TRICKS

Tortillas: Flour tortillas are used in this recipe. However, you can swap for white or yellow or white corn torillas for a more authentic flavor. Low carb tortillas make a great option for a healthier alternative.

Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave until warmed through.

Sides: For these salsa verde chicken enchiladas, I love adding mexican rice on the side to really complete this meal. You can also add avocados, cilantro, lime, sour cream, salsa, peppers, and queso.

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Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas

Meghan Kay

These Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas are a quick & easy one-pan meal that the entire family loves! Made with rotisserie chicken, salsa verde, cheese, and tortillas, these easy enchilada bake only takes 15 minutes to prep, and the perfect easy weeknight dinner that my family loves!

5 from 2 votes

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Mexican

Servings 6 servings

Equipment

• 1 13x9 casserole dish

Ingredients

  

• 16 oz rotisserie chicken
• 8 oz softened cream cheese
• 1 herdez salsa verde green salsa
• 1 cup sour cream
• 4 oz diced can green chilies
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• salt & pepper to taste
• 8 flour or corn tortillas
• cilantro
• 2 cups monterey jack cheese

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• In a mixing bowl, combine salsa verde salsa, diced green chilies, cilantro, sour cream, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt/pepper.
• In a separate mixing bowl, combine rotisserie chicken, softened cream cheese, 1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese, and ⅓ cup sauce mixture.
• Add chicken & cheese mixture into tortilla and roll together.
• in the 13x9 pan, add a small amount of sauce to bottom of pan, enough to evenly coat the bottom.
• place rolled tortillas on to bottom of pan evenly.
• add remaining salsa mixture on top of tortillas, making sure all the tortillas are covered in the sauce.
• Add remaining monterey jack cheese on top
• Bake uncovered for 20 minutes, broil for additional 2-3 minutes if needed.
• add cilantro on top for garnish.

Keyword chicken, enchiladas, salsa, verde