Roasted Chili Verde Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Name: Roasted Chili Verde Chicken Enchiladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 2 pounds tomatillos, husks removed; 4 poblano chiles, halved lengthwise, ribs and seeds removed; 1 large yellow onion, quartered; 6 garlic cloves; 1 cup firmly packed fresh cilantro leaves and stems; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1 teaspoon black pepper, divided; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 8 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs (about 4 lb.); 16 (6-in.) corn tortillas; 6 ounces reduced-fat Mexican blend cheese, shredded (about 1 1/2 cups); 1/2 cup plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

Cooking spray
2 pounds tomatillos, husks removed
4 poblano chiles, halved lengthwise, ribs and seeds removed
1 large yellow onion, quartered
6 garlic cloves
1 cup firmly packed fresh cilantro leaves and stems
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 teaspoon black pepper, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs (about 4 lb.)
16 (6-in.) corn tortillas
6 ounces reduced-fat Mexican blend cheese, shredded (about 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

1
Preheat broiler with oven rack 6 inches from heat. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Place tomatillos, poblanos, onion, and garlic on prepared baking sheet. Broil for 12 minutes, turning vegetables after 6 minutes, until well charred. Let stand 5 minutes. Scrape mixture and any accumulated juices into a blender. Add cilantro leaves and stems, cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and black pepper; process until smooth.
2
Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high. Sprinkle chicken with remaining 1/2 teaspoon each salt and black pepper. Place chicken in a single layer in Dutch oven, meaty sides down. Cook until browned, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
3
Pour tomatillo mixture into Dutch oven. Bring to a boil over medium-high. Cook until sauce thickens slightly, 3 to 5 minutes. Return chicken to Dutch oven; reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until a thermometer inserted in thickest portion registers 165u00b0F, 12 to 15 minutes. Place chicken on a plate; let stand 5 minutes. Set aside 2 cups tomatillo mixture. Shred chicken and return to Dutch oven; discard bones. Toss meat to coat.
4
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Coat 2 (11- x 7-inch) baking dishes with cooking spray. Spread 1/4 cup reserved tomatillo mixture in the bottom of each dish. Spoon 1/4 cup chicken mixture into each tortilla; fold into thirds, and arrange in dishes (8 enchiladas in each). Spread 3/4 cup reserved tomatillo mixture over enchiladas in each dish. Sprinkle each with 3/4 cup cheese. Coat 2 pieces of aluminum foil with cooking spray, and cover each dish. Follow freezing directions, or continue to step 5.
5
Bake at 350u00b0F for 15 minutes, until heated through. Remove foil. Increase heat to broil. Broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until cheese is golden and bubbly. Top each serving with 1 tablespoon yogurt and 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro.
6
How-To FREEZE: Cover dish with heavy-duty aluminum foil or an airtight lid. Freeze up to 2 months. THAW: Remove foil; reserve. Place dish in microwave. Microwave on MEDIUM for 20 minutes, until thawed. REHEAT: Cover dish with reserved foil. Bake at 350u00b0F for 30 minutes, until cheese is melted and a thermometer inserted in center registers 160u00b0F. Remove foil during last 5 minutes.

1228

kcal

Calories

Fat

134

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cooking spray, 2 pounds tomatillos, husks removed, 4 poblano chiles, halved lengthwise, ribs and seeds removed, 1 large yellow onion, quartered, and more.

Yes, Roasted Chili Verde Chicken Enchiladas falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Roasted Chili Verde Chicken Enchiladas

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