
Enchiladas de Mole Amarillo
Enchiladas de Mole Amarillo is a vibrant and flavorful traditional Mexican dish that brings together tender corn tortillas filled with succulent shredded chicken and smothered in a rich, aromatic yellow mole sauce. This dish, beloved in Mexican cuisine, is a celebration of bold spices and fresh ingredients, making it a perfect centerpiece for any gathering or family meal. The warmth of the spices, combined with the creaminess of queso fresco and the freshness of cilantro, creates a delightful symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
- Onion (1 medium, chopped)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Chicken breasts (2 cups, cooked and shredded)
- Ground cumin (1 teaspoon)
- Ground coriander (1 teaspoon)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Corn tortillas (12)
- Yellow mole sauce (2 cups)
- Queso fresco (1 cup, crumbled)
- Fresh cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish))
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the shredded chicken, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is heated through and fragrant.
- Meanwhile, warm the yellow mole sauce in a separate saucepan over low heat.
- To assemble the enchiladas, dip each corn tortilla in the warm mole sauce to soften it slightly.
- Place a generous spoonful of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla and roll it up tightly, securing the filling inside.
- Arrange the rolled enchiladas in a baking dish and pour the remaining mole sauce evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle crumbled queso fresco over the enchiladas for added creaminess and flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving and enjoy!
Dietary Information
Servings: 6 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 400 • Fat: 22g • Carbs: 30g • Protein: 25g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 3g