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Enchiladas Suizas Recipe

Name: Enchiladas Suizas Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken (rotisserie works great); 1/2 medium onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup green enchilada sauce (or salsa verde); 1/2 cup chicken broth; Salt and pepper to taste; 12 corn tortillas; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or Mexican blend); 1 cup sour cream; 1 tablespoon green enchilada sauce; 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

Bymia larkspur November 27, 2025November 27, 2025

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Introduction

Enchiladas Suizas are a creamy and comforting Mexican classic, featuring tender shredded chicken wrapped in soft corn tortillas and baked with a luscious green sauce and melted cheese. This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a flavorful weeknight meal.

A white plate holds a folded burrito covered with a layer of melted yellow cheese and green sauce on top, drizzled with white cream in stripes. On top of the burrito, there is a garnish of chopped red tomatoes and green cilantro. Next to the burrito is a scoop of chunky, pale green guacamole mixed with small white onion pieces, topped with fresh cilantro leaves. The plate is set on a white marbled textured surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

12 corn tortillas
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups cooked and shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
1 cup sour cream
1 cup green enchilada sauce (or salsa verde)
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or Mexican blend)
1/2 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 3: Add shredded chicken, chicken broth, and green enchilada sauce. Stir to combine and let simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 4: In a separate pan, lightly fry each tortilla for 30 seconds per side in a bit of oil, just to soften them and help avoid sogginess.
Step 5: Mix sour cream with a tablespoon of green enchilada sauce and set aside.
Step 6: Spread a bit of the chicken mixture on the bottom of a baking dish. Fill each tortilla with chicken mixture and roll up. Place seam-side down in the dish.
Step 7: Once all tortillas are rolled, pour the remaining chicken mixture over the top, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Step 8: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Step 9: Top with sour cream sauce and fresh cilantro before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and flavorful shortcut.
Try adding chopped jalapeños to the chicken mixture for extra heat.
Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter sauce option.
For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with sautéed mushrooms or beans.

Storage

Store any leftover enchiladas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through, about 10-15 minutes, to keep the cheese bubbly and texture intact.

How to Serve

A single rolled enchilada covered with melted golden cheese and green sauce lies on a large white plate. It has white cream drizzled in diagonal thin lines across the top and is garnished with chopped red tomatoes and green herbs in the center. To the side, there is a chunky scoop of light green guacamole topped with a few large leaves of fresh cilantro. Under the guacamole and partly under the enchilada is some extra green sauce pooling on the plate. The background is a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use flour tortillas instead of corn?

Yes, flour tortillas work well though corn tortillas are traditional. Just be sure to lightly fry or warm them to prevent tearing when rolling.

How spicy are enchiladas suizas?

They are generally mild and creamy thanks to the sour cream and green sauce, but you can adjust the heat by choosing a milder or spicier salsa verde or adding jalapeños.