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Stove Top Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

Source: New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

Make these delicious enchiladas without even turning on your oven. A quick and hearty meal.

Makes
6 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or cooking oil of choice)
  • 2/3 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 2 1/2 cups canned diced green chilies
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups chicken breast, cooked & shredded
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 8 (6-inch) corn tortillas
  • 1 1/2 cups extra-sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Heat the oil in a medium saucepan.
  3. Saute the chopped onion in the oil. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add the chilies, chicken broth, chicken and garlic powder. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.
  5. Mix the cornstarch into about 1/4 cup of cold water until all the lumps are gone. Add to the chile and chicken mixture. Cook for 2 more minutes.
  6. Tear the tortillas into strips and divide into thirds. Add them to the pan and cook until they are hot, stirring with a spoon from time to time.
  7. Sprinkle the cheese over the enchiladas. Cover the pan and cook until the cheese has melted. Serve immediately.

Notes

Learn more about: Onions

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