Corn Tortilla Chicken Enchiladas With Green Sauce
Are you tired of the same old chicken dinner? Spice things up with a delicious and easy Mexican-inspired dish. Corn Tortilla Chicken Enchiladas With Green Sauce are the perfect way to add some flavor to your weeknight dinner routine. This recipe is perfect for those who want to try their hand at making Mexican cuisine, but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 jar (16 oz) green salsa
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 12 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add chicken to skillet, and sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove chicken from skillet and shred with two forks.
- Add black beans, corn, green salsa, and sour cream to skillet. Cook until heated through.
- Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Microwave corn tortillas for 30 seconds to make them pliable.
- Spread 1/4 cup of chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam-side down in baking dish.
- Top enchiladas with remaining chicken mixture and shredded cheese.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Variations
This recipe is versatile and can be easily customized to your liking. Here are some variations you can try:
- Use ground beef or turkey instead of chicken.
- Try different types of beans such as pinto or kidney beans.
- Add your favorite vegetables such as bell peppers or zucchini.
- Use red salsa instead of green salsa.
- Use flour tortillas instead of corn tortillas.
Conclusion
Corn Tortilla Chicken Enchiladas With Green Sauce are a delicious and easy way to add some Mexican flair to your dinner routine. This recipe is perfect for those who want to try their hand at making Mexican cuisine, but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen. With simple ingredients and easy instructions, you'll have a delicious meal in no time.