Spicy Hatch Chile Enchiladas
Spicy Hatch Chile Enchiladas deliver a burst of vibrant flavors that celebrate the best of Mexican cuisine. Wrapped in warm corn tortillas, tender chicken is enveloped in a rich hatch chile sauce and topped with gooey cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, allowing you to customize it to suit any palate. Get ready for an unforgettable culinary experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 enchiladas) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Hatch chiles, roasted and chopped
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (such as rotisserie)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the diced onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Mix in the shredded chicken and roasted hatch chiles, heating through for another 3 minutes.
- Fill each corn tortilla with a spoonful of the chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour enchilada sauce generously over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg