Chicken Enchiladas Rojas Recipe

Name: Chicken Enchiladas Rojas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 guajillo chilies; 3 pasilla chiles; 3 tomatoes; 1/4 large onion; 3 cloves garlic; 1 1/2 cups chicken broth; 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; salt; 18 corn tortillas; 12 ounces cooked chicken breasts, shredded; 1 onion, chopped fine; 1 cup queso fresco, shredded; 1/2 cup cream (optional)

Servings: persons

6 guajillo chilies
3 pasilla chiles
3 tomatoes
1/4 large onion
3 cloves garlic
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
salt
18 corn tortillas
12 ounces cooked chicken breasts, shredded
1 onion, chopped fine
1 cup queso fresco, shredded
1/2 cup cream (optional)

1
Toast the chili peppers; remove the seeds and veins; soak in lukewarm water for 20 minutes.
2
Roast the tomatoes and peel.
3
Roast the quarter of onion and garlic.
4
Put soaked guajillos and pasillas in the blender; add the tomatoes, onion, garlic, and chicken broth; blend until smooth.
5
Warm up the oil in a frying pan, add the puree and cook for 10-15 minutes on medium heat; season to taste with salt.
6
Soak each tortilla in the sauce and place on a plate.
7
Put a little chicken in each tortilla and roll.
8
Put more sauce on each tortilla, and top with chopped onion and shredded cheese.
9
If you wish you can add cream and reheat in the oven.
10
Serve.

830

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 guajillo chilies, 3 pasilla chiles, 3 tomatoes, 1/4 large onion, and more.

Yes, Chicken Enchiladas Rojas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken Enchiladas Rojas

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