Enchiladas Verdes con Pollo
Enchiladas Verdes con Pollo is a classic Mexican dish featuring corn tortillas dipped in a vibrant, tangy green tomatillo sauce, filled with shredded chicken, and typically baked with cheese. The signature green sauce is made from tomatillos, green chiles, cilantro, and onions, giving it a bright, fresh flavor distinct from red enchiladas. It's a beloved comfort food often served with Mexican rice, beans, and a dollop of crema.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a balanced source of protein from the chicken and carbohydrates from the tortillas, with moderate fat depending on the cheese and sauce preparation. A typical serving provides a good amount of vitamin C from the tomatillos and chiles, along with fiber and antioxidants, and generally ranges from 400-600 calories per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Calcium | 180 mg |
| Vitamin C | 12 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Folate | 65 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The green sauce's use of tomatillos—a fruit related to tomatoes but with a husk and tart flavor—is a hallmark of Mexican cuisine, offering a unique nutritional profile high in niacin and vitamin K. Culturally, it represents the regional diversity of Mexican cooking, where sauces are often defined by their color and primary ingredients, making 'verde' a fresh, herbaceous counterpart to richer red chili-based dishes.
