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Creamy Poblano Chicken Enchiladas

Creamy Poblano Chicken Enchiladas

Creamy Poblano Chicken Enchiladas are a mouthwatering comfort food that brings together tender rotisserie chicken, soft corn tortillas, and a rich poblano-cilantro sauce. This dish is easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. The creamy sauce, enhanced with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice, elevates the flavors in every bite. With its impressive flavor profile and crowd-pleasing nature, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 12 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 poblano peppers
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 1/4 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 8 ounces pepper jack cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large pan, melt one tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add garlic and chopped poblanos; cook until softened (about 10 minutes).
  2. Stir in two more tablespoons of butter until melted, then sprinkle flour over the mixture. Cook for one minute while stirring.
  3. Gradually add chicken broth while stirring to eliminate clumps. Use an immersion blender to achieve a smooth consistency; then simmer on low heat before adding milk until thickened.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with some sauce, fill each tortilla with shredded chicken, roll tightly, and arrange in the dish.
  5. Pour remaining sauce over the enchiladas and top with shredded cheese.
  6. Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly. Squeeze lime juice over enchiladas before serving.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients like vibrant poblano peppers for the best flavor. Warm tortillas before filling them to prevent tearing. Allow the enchiladas to rest after baking for better presentation.