Creamy Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas
These Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas are creamy, cheesy, and packed with big flavors in every bite. They’re the perfect way to turn leftover green chili salsa chicken into a dinner that feels a little special without creating extra work. Warm, satisfying, and baked until bubbly, this is the kind of meal that always hits the spot.
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This is one of those recipes that delivers big flavor with very little effort. The sauce is rich and tangy, the filling is tender and flavorful, and everything bakes together into a cheesy pan of weeknight dinner goodness. It’s cozy enough for a quiet night at home but just as welcome on a casual dinner table with friends or family.
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Even better, these enchiladas come together fast when the chicken is already prepped. I use my recipe for Slow Cooker Hatch Salsa Chicken, then just fill, roll, sauce, and bake, and dinner is basically done. It’s an easy, dependable recipe that turns leftovers into something people actually get excited about.
Ingredients
- Green chili salsa chicken – Leftover green chili salsa chicken works great. Store-bought rotisserie chicken mixed with green chili salsa also works in a pinch.
- Green enchilada sauce – Mild or medium both work, depending on your heat preference. Don’t use red enchilada sauce—it’s a completely different flavor.
- Colby Jack cheese – I recommend shredding your own cheese with a rotary grater. Pre-shredded cheese is coated with anti-caking agents that make it gritty and prevent smooth melting.
- Sour cream – Full-fat sour cream works best. Low-fat or non-fat sour cream can make the sauce watery or cause it to separate.
- Medium flour tortillas – Medium-sized (8-inch) flour tortillas work best. Corn tortillas work but may crack when rolled.
How To Make Creamy Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas
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Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the green enchilada sauce and sour cream using a balloon whisk until smooth and fully combined.
Pour about ½ cup of the sauce mixture into the baking dish and spread it evenly across the bottom using the back of a spoon or a small offset spatula. This keeps the tortillas from sticking and adds moisture.
Lay out the tortillas on a clean work surface. Divide the green chili salsa chicken evenly between all 8 tortillas, placing the filling in a line across the center of each.
Roll each tortilla tightly and place them seam-side down in the prepared baking dish in a single layer. A snug fit is ideal so they stay closed while baking. I can fit 8 enchiladas comfortably in my 9×13 baking dish.
Pour the remaining sauce evenly over the enchiladas, making sure each one is well coated from edge to edge.
Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top, covering the enchiladas completely.
Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and just starting to turn golden around the edges.
Remove from the oven and let the enchiladas rest for 5 minutes before serving so they set slightly and are easier to portion.
Chef Jenn’s Recipe Notes
- I’ve tested this recipe with both corn and flour tortillas. You can totally use corn tortillas, but they’re harder to work with and you should steam them or microwave them in a plastic bag for 30 seconds to warm them up first.
- Don’t overfill your tortillas; not only does that make them a really big serving, but they will be harder to handle if you can’t close them.
- A snug fit in the baking dish helps keep the enchiladas from unrolling.
Variations
Easy Variations to Try
- Add black beans or corn to the chicken mixture
- Swap in pepper jack for more heat
- Use corn tortillas for a more traditional version
- Add sautéed onions or peppers to the filling
Serving Suggestions
Serve these enchiladas with Mexican rice, refried beans, or a simple side salad. They’re also great topped with sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, or a squeeze of lime for brightness.
Storage
Store leftover enchiladas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely, and honestly, I do this all the time when I know dinner is going to be hectic. You can assemble the enchiladas but don’t add the sauce to the top, cover the baking dish tightly, and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours before baking. When you’re ready, just add the sauce and cheese and pop them in the oven and add a few extra minutes to the cook time since they’re going in cold.
This usually comes down to too much sauce or tortillas that weren’t handled properly. I always spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of the dish, but I don’t drown the enchiladas. Also, if you’re using corn tortillas, warm them first so they don’t break and absorb excess moisture. You want them soft, not soaking.
That depends entirely on your enchilada sauce and salsa. I usually go mild to medium so everyone at the table can enjoy them, but if you like more heat, it’s easy to bump it up with a spicier sauce or extra green chiles.
Creamy Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas
Ingredients
- 3 cups green chili salsa chicken
- 10 ounce cans green enchilada sauce or 2 cans of 10-ounce
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 cups Colby Jack cheese shredded
- 8 medium flour tortillas
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the enchilada sauce and sour cream until smooth.
- Spread about ½ cup of the sauce mixture evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
- Divide the chicken evenly between the tortillas, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the dish.
- Pour the remaining sauce over the enchiladas, making sure they are fully covered.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve hot and enjoy!
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Notes
Chef Jenn’s Recipe Notes
- I’ve tested this recipe with both corn and flour tortillas. You can totally use corn tortillas, but they’re harder to work with and you should steam them or microwave them in a plastic bag for 30 seconds to warm them up first.
- Don’t overfill your tortillas; not only does that make them a really big serving, but they will be harder to handle if you can’t close them.
- A snug fit in the baking dish helps keep the enchiladas from unrolling.
Nutrition
A Note on Nutritional Information
Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.
