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Spicy Hatch Chile Enchiladas

Spicy Hatch Chile Enchiladas That Will Ignite Your Taste Buds

These Spicy Hatch Chile Enchiladas blend smoky and spicy flavors with customizable options for a perfect comforting dinner.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Enchiladas
  • 12 pieces Corn Tortillas
  • 3 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken (or Beef) Substitute with beans or veggies for vegetarian version.
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack) Vegan cheese for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 cup Hatch Green Chiles, Roasted and Chopped Jalapeños can spice things up.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a lighter substitute.
  • 2 cups Green Enchilada Sauce Homemade is best; mild pre-made for convenience.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Taco seasoning works as a replacement.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic for more robust flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onion for more robust flavor.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Adjust to your liking.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (optional) Omit if not preferred.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Spicy Hatch Chile Enchiladas
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients including shredded meat, tortillas, and sauce.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked shredded chicken or beef with roasted, chopped Hatch green chiles, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to create a flavorful filling.
  3. Warm each corn tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side in a dry skillet over medium heat. Stack them and cover with a kitchen towel to keep warm.
  4. On each warm tortilla, spoon a generous amount of the filling mixture, roll it tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish. Repeat until all filling is used.
  5. Pour green enchilada sauce generously over the top, ensuring all enchiladas are well coated.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the sauced enchiladas and place in the preheated oven.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly, with edges slightly golden.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes to set before serving.
  9. Garnish with sour cream and fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Prepare the enchiladas in advance and freeze unbaked for later use. They reheat well and can be a convenient comfort food option.

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