
Enchiladas Nortenas
Enchiladas Nortenas are a delicious and hearty Mexican dish made with corn tortillas, shredded meat, and a flavorful sauce.
Ingredients
- Cilantro (for garnish)
- Shredded cheese (1 cup)
- Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
- Salt (to taste)
- Chili powder (1 teaspoon)
- Cumin (1 teaspoon)
- Chicken broth (1 cup)
- Tomato sauce (1 can (8 oz))
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Onion (1, finely chopped)
- Chicken breast (2 cups, cooked and shredded)
- Corn tortillas (12)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
- Add the tomato sauce, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, and salt to the saucepan. Stir well and simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a separate skillet, warm the corn tortillas until pliable.
- Dip each tortilla into the sauce to coat both sides.
- Place a spoonful of shredded chicken onto each tortilla and roll it up tightly.
- Place the rolled enchiladas in a baking dish, seam side down.
- Pour the remaining sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Dietary Information
Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 30 minutes • Cook Time: 45 minutes • Calories: 400 • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 40g • Protein: 25g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 5g