Chicken Enchiladas Suizas
Chicken Enchiladas Suizas is a popular Mexican dish featuring corn tortillas filled with shredded chicken, rolled, and baked in a creamy, tangy green tomatillo-based sauce. It's typically topped with melted cheese, often a blend like Monterey Jack or Chihuahua, and sometimes garnished with crema, onions, or cilantro. The dish originates from Mexico, with the 'Suiza' (Swiss) name referencing the creamy, cheese-topped style that became popular in Mexican restaurants.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally high in protein from the chicken and cheese, and can be moderate to high in fat due to the creamy sauce and melted cheese topping. It provides key nutrients like calcium, vitamin A, and some fiber from the tomatillo sauce and tortillas. A typical serving (about 2 enchiladas) can range from 400 to 600 calories, depending on portion size and specific ingredients used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 780 mg |
| Calcium | 210 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 380 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Zinc | 2.8 mg |
Per 1 enchilada (approx. 220 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The 'Suiza' in the name is a nod to Swiss immigrants in Mexico who influenced the dish's creamy, dairy-rich preparation, blending European techniques with traditional Mexican flavors. Nutritionally, the tomatillo-based green sauce offers a good source of antioxidants and vitamin C, providing a fresh, tangy contrast to the rich cheese and protein.
