Chicken Enchiladas with Red Mole Sauce Recipe

Chicken Enchiladas with Red Mole Sauce Recipe

How To Make Chicken Enchiladas with Red Mole Sauce

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Preparation: 20 minutes
Cooking: 40 minutes
Total: 60 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup red mole sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (such as Monterey Jack or Cheddar)
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Sour cream, for serving
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. In a small skillet, warm the corn tortillas over medium heat until pliable.

  3. Spread a spoonful of red mole sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.

  4. Fill each tortilla with a scoop of shredded chicken, roll it up, and place it seam-side down in the baking dish.

  5. Pour the remaining red mole sauce over the enchiladas, making sure they are well coated.

  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheese, diced onion, and chopped cilantro over the top.

  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  8. Serve hot, garnished with sour cream and lime wedges.

Nutrition

  • Calories : 370kcal
  • Total Fat : 15g
  • Saturated Fat : 7g
  • Cholesterol : 62mg
  • Sodium : 820mg
  • Total Carbohydrates : 34g
  • Dietary Fiber : 5g
  • Sugar : 3g
  • Protein : 24g
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