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Mexican Mole Enchiladas

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Enjoy a delicious platter of Mexican Mole Enchiladas filled with tender chicken and rich mole sauce, topped with melted cheese and fresh cilantro.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup mole sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or Queso Oaxaca)
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup diced onions
  • Sour cream (for serving)
  • Avocado slices (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat the mole sauce in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Dip each tortilla in the warm mole sauce to soften.
  4. Fill each tortilla with shredded chicken, cheese, and diced onion, then roll them up tightly.
  5. Place rolled tortillas seam side down in a greased baking dish.
  6. Pour remaining mole sauce over the enchiladas and top with more cheese.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro, sour cream, and avocado slices before serving.

Notes

Make-ahead tips: Assemble enchiladas a day in advance. For a crispy version, try using an air fryer.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg