Enchiladas Suizas Recipe

Name: Enchiladas Suizas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 poblano chiles, canned; 1 (10 ounce) can tomatillos; 3 sprigs fresh cilantro; salt and pepper; 3 tablespoons lard or 3 tablespoons salad oil; 24 (4 inch) corn tortillas; 6 small cooked chicken breasts, shredded; 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 cup heavy cream or 1 cup Mexican crema; ¼ cup queso fresco or ¼ cup parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

6 poblano chiles, canned
1 (10 ounce) can tomatillos
3 sprigs fresh cilantro
salt and pepper
3 tablespoons lard or 3 tablespoons salad oil
24 (4 inch) corn tortillas
6 small cooked chicken breasts, shredded
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese
1 onion, finely chopped
1 cup heavy cream or 1 cup Mexican crema
¼ cup queso fresco or ¼ cup parmesan cheese

1
Combine the chilis, tomatillos, cilantro and enough liquid from the tomatillos in a blender and liquify.
2
Season with salt and pepper.
3
Heat the lard or oil in a skillet.
4
Dip the tortillas one by one in the puree and fry in the lard/oil until limp.
5
Combine the shredded chicken, room temperature cream cheese, and chopped onion.
6
Fill with some of the chicken mixture, roll up and place in an oven proof dish.
7
Warm the remainder of the sauce and pour over the enchiladas.
8
Cover with the heavy cream or Crema Mexicana.
9
Sprinkle with the cheese.
10
Bake at 350 for 15 to 20 minutes or until hot through.

1093

kcal

Calories

Fat

119

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 poblano chiles, canned, 1 (10 ounce) can tomatillos, 3 sprigs fresh cilantro, salt and pepper, and more.

Yes, Enchiladas Suizas 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Enchiladas Suizas

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Variations & substitutions

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