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Mexican Mole Enchiladas

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Customizable (can be made vegetarian)

Description

A delightful union of shredded chicken wrapped in tortillas, topped with chocolate-infused mole sauce and gooey cheese.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup mole sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack and Oaxaca)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Warm the mole sauce in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant.
  3. Soften each corn tortilla by dipping it in the warmed mole sauce.
  4. Fill the tortillas with 2-3 tablespoons of shredded chicken and a sprinkle of cheese.
  5. Roll them up and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
  6. Pour the remaining mole sauce over the top and sprinkle with cheese.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Serve hot, topped with sour cream and cilantro.

Notes

Consider making the enchiladas a day ahead for convenience. Bake straight from the fridge on serving day.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg