Enchilada Suiza

Enchilada Suiza is a creamy, cheesy Mexican enchilada dish featuring a filling typically made with shredded chicken, cheese, and sometimes vegetables, all rolled in corn tortillas. It is generously topped with a signature green tomatillo-cream sauce, which gives it its 'Swiss' name due to its creamy, white appearance. Originating in Mexico, it is a popular comfort food often found in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisines.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in fat and protein due to the cheese, cream sauce, and chicken filling, with a moderate amount of carbs from the corn tortillas. It provides key nutrients like calcium, protein, and vitamins from the tomatillo sauce, with a rough calorie estimate of 400-600 per serving depending on portion size and ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	28 g
Fat	20 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	750 mg
Calcium	250 mg
Iron	3 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin A	400 IU
Vitamin C	10 mg
Vitamin B12	1.5 mcg
Phosphorus	300 mg
Zinc	3 mg

Per 1 enchilada (approx. 240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The name 'Suiza' (Swiss) is a nod to the creamy, dairy-heavy sauce that resembles Swiss-style preparations, showcasing a fusion of Mexican and European culinary influences. Nutritionally, the tomatillo-based sauce adds a tangy, vitamin-rich element that balances the richness of the cheese and cream.