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a plate full of poblano chicken enchiladas

Poblano Chicken Enchiladas

Creamy, spicy, chicken enchiladas made in a poblano pepper instead of tortillas for more vegetable intake and less grains.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large poblano peppers seeded & halved
  • 2 cups chicken cooked
  • 2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons enkorn flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream divided
  • 4 oz green chilis
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
  • Cilantro chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and prepare a 9x13 baking dish with nonstick spray
  • Cut the tops off of the poblano peppers, remove seeds, and cut in half lengthwise
  • In a bowl mix chicken, 1 cup of cheese, ½ cup sour cream, and all seasonings until well combined
  • Fill the pepper halves with the chicken mixture and place in baking dish
  • In a skillet over medium high heat melt the butter then whisk in the flour
  • Add in chicken broth then remaining sour cream and green chilis
  • Stir until sauce thickens then pour over stuffed peppers
  • Top with remaining cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted and golden brown
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro, serve, and enjoy!
Keyword chicken enchiladas, enchiladas without tortillas, grain free enchiladas, poblano enchiladas