Creamy Red Chile Sauce Chicken Enchiladas
Indulge in the flavorful experience of Creamy Red Chile Sauce Chicken Enchiladas, a dish that combines tender chicken with a luscious homemade tomato cream sauce. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe is straightforward and can be customized to suit your taste. With a rich blend of roasted chiles and creamy ingredients, these enchiladas deliver a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Whether you’re looking for a comforting dish on a cozy night in or an impressive main course for guests, these enchiladas are sure to delight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 whole green chiles (poblano or jalapeños)
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Mexican crema
- 3 pounds fresh tomatoes (or canned)
- 2 cups shredded chicken breast
- 12 corn tortillas
- 2/3 cup shredded Mexican cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Roast tomatoes and chiles until charred, then cool and peel.
- Blend roasted ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
- In a Dutch oven, cook chopped onion until golden, then stir in the blended sauce and simmer.
- Mix shredded chicken with half of the sauce.
- Warm tortillas in the oven; fill each with chicken mixture and roll tightly.
- Place enchiladas in a baking dish, cover with remaining sauce and cheese.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until heated through and cheese is golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg