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Potato Green Chili Enchiladas

Delicious Potato Green Chili Enchiladas for Cozy Nights

Enjoy delicious Potato Green Chili Enchiladas, a comforting Mexican dish perfect for busy nights.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1.5-2 pounds Potatoes you can use sweet potatoes for a sweeter twist
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil can swap with any neutral oil
  • 1 Onion yellow or white onions work best
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 can Black Beans rinsed, can substitute with kidney beans or quinoa
  • 1 cup Corn can be omitted for simpler filling
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin chili powder can be used as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika regular paprika can be used if preferred
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
For Assembly
  • 2 cups Green Chili Enchilada Sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 8 Corn Tortillas can use flour tortillas for a different texture
For Garnishing
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro for freshness
  • 1 Avocado slice before serving

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • baking dish
  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Peel and cube about 1.5 to 2 pounds of potatoes, boil in salted water for 10–15 minutes until tender, drain, and mash.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet, add diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Combine mashed potatoes, black beans, corn, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in the skillet and warm for 5 minutes.
  6. Spread enchilada sauce at the bottom of a baking dish.
  7. Warm tortillas in a skillet, fill them with potato mixture, roll tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  8. Cover enchiladas with remaining sauce, cover with foil, and bake for 20–25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  9. Let cool for a few minutes before garnishing with cilantro and avocado, then serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These enchiladas can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for convenience. Adjust seasonings to your taste for the best flavor.

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