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Traditional Chilaquiles

Traditional Chilaquiles
Traditional Chilaquiles might be just the main course you are searching for. This recipe serves 8. One portion of this dish contains approximately 20g of protein, 18g of fat, and a total of 323 calories. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free diet. Head to the store and pick up tomatillos, vegetable oil, chicken, and a few other things to make it today. To use up the vegetable oil you could follow this main course with the Blueberry Coffee Cake #SundaySupper as a dessert. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
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2
Blend tomatillos, onion, poblano pepper, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, garlic, mint, and salt in a blender until smooth.
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3
Transfer mixture to a saucepan and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until thickened, stirring often, about 10 minutes.
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4
Add chicken to tomatillo sauce and continue to simmer until chicken is heated through, about 5 minutes more.
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5
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry tortilla strips in batches until crisp and lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes.
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6
Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
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7
Layer about half the fried tortillas in a 2-quart baking dish; spread half the tomatillo sauce over tortillas.
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8
Mix pepperjack cheese and Monterey Jack cheese in a bowl; sprinkle half over tomatillo sauce. Repeat layers.
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9
Bake in preheated oven until cheese is golden and bubbly, 30 to 35 minutes. Allow to cool 5 minutes before serving.
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DifficultyExpert
Ready In1 h, 30 m.
Servings8
Health Score13
Gluten Free
DietsGluten Free
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