Enchiladas Suizas Recipe
Enchiladas Suizas are a comforting Mexican casserole featuring tender shredded chicken wrapped in lightly fried corn tortillas, smothered in a creamy green enchilada sauce and melted Monterey Jack cheese. This dish is baked to bubbly perfection and garnished with fresh cilantro and a tangy sour cream sauce, making it a perfect weeknight dinner that’s both flavorful and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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For the Filling and Sauce
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
- 1 cup green enchilada sauce (or salsa verde)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
For the Tortillas and Assembly
- 12 corn tortillas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for sautéing and frying tortillas)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or Mexican blend)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon green enchilada sauce (to mix with sour cream)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the enchiladas.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for about 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Prepare Chicken Mixture: Stir in the shredded chicken, chicken broth, and 1 cup of green enchilada sauce to the skillet. Allow to simmer gently for 5 minutes so the flavors meld. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in fresh chopped cilantro and remove from heat.
- Soften Tortillas: In a separate pan, lightly fry each corn tortilla in a small amount of oil for about 30 seconds per side. This softens them slightly and helps prevent sogginess in the final dish. Drain on paper towels.
- Make Sour Cream Sauce: In a small bowl, mix 1 cup sour cream with 1 tablespoon green enchilada sauce until well combined. Set aside for topping later.
- Assemble Enchiladas: Spread a thin layer of the chicken mixture on the bottom of a baking dish. Spoon some of the chicken mixture onto each softened tortilla, roll it up tightly, and place seam-side down in the dish. Repeat until all tortillas are filled and arranged.
- Add Toppings: Pour the remaining chicken mixture evenly over the rolled enchiladas, then sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and top the enchiladas with the prepared sour cream sauce and additional fresh cilantro. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds great flavor.
- Lightly frying tortillas prevents them from becoming soggy during baking.
- You can substitute sour cream with Mexican crema for a more authentic taste.
- For a spicier dish, add some chopped jalapeños to the filling or use a spicy green enchilada sauce.
- This recipe serves 4, adjust quantities accordingly for more servings.
Keywords: Enchiladas, Enchiladas Suizas, Mexican casserole, Chicken enchiladas, Green enchilada sauce, Baked enchiladas, Comfort food
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