Enchiladas Verdes

Step 1

In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup enchilada sauce, 1 cup sour cream and all filling seasonings. Stir in chicken until combined followed by 2 1/2 cups cheese until evenly combined. Set aside.

Step 2

Lightly spray a 9x13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and pour 1/2 cup enchilada sauce evenly over the bottom. Place some of the remaining enchilada sauce in a shallow dish or pie pan (to coat tortillas later).

Step 3

Add enough canola or vegetable oil to a cast iron/medium skillet so it covers the bottom and heat over medium-high heat. Working with one tortilla at a time, add tortilla and lightly fry for about 10 seconds on each side, just until soft with a few bubbles but not brown or crisp. Line finished tortillas on a paper towel lined plate, with paper towels in between each row. Repeat with 12-14 tortillas. **(See microwave option in notes)

Step 4

Working with one tortilla at a time, dip tortilla in enchilada sauce, place on a cutting board and fill with a generous amount of filling (about 1/3 cup). Roll up each tortilla and place seam side down in prepared baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas.

Step 5

Pour all remaining enchilada sauce over the enchiladas (from the can and pie dish). Sprinkle with 1 ½ cups cheese.

Step 6

Bake enchiladas at 350 degrees for 25 minutes, or until bubbly. Broil until cheese is golden. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and other desired toppings.