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Enchiladas - New Mexico Style

SUBMITTED BY: PIPERCAT99

"These enchiladas are stacked like pancakes, not baked in oven. This is a family recipe handed down two generations. Quick, easy and definitely delicious. Use your favorite kind of meat in this dish - it also works well for leftover meat."

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PREP TIME	15 Min
COOK TIME	30 Min
READY IN	45 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch pieces
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 (19 ounce) can enchilada sauce
2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
2 cups shredded Colby cheese
1 (12 ounce) package corn tortillas
1 onion, chopped
1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
6 fried eggs (optional)

What to Drink?
	Sauvignon Blanc
	Margaritas to Die For

DIRECTIONS

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, and cook until browned. Season with cumin and chili powder. Pour in the enchilada sauce, and simmer for about 15 minutes. Stir occasionally.
In a separate skillet over medium heat, warm the tortillas. Don't fry them, just warm them until they are flexible.
To assemble the enchiladas, dip a tortilla in the enchilada sauce, and place it on a serving plate. Spoon some of the meat and sauce on, then add shredded lettuce, cheese, onion and sour cream. Top with another tortilla that has been dipped in the sauce. You may repeat the layering as many times as you wish depending on your appetite. Make additional stacks for each person. Top stacks with a fried egg, if desired.

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REVIEWS

Reviewed on Feb. 25, 2008 by Laura

There's a difference between the terms "Authentic New Mexican" and "New Mexico Style". The... MORE

Reviewed on Jul. 8, 2007 by DONA64

this is a good, easy recipe. and to those who rated it down because it uses "canned" things,... MORE

Reviewed on Sep. 13, 2005 by caseyo

True new mexico style! The fried eggs are the most important part of the meal! MORE

Reviewed on Feb. 22, 2008 by LUV2COOK43

These are like the ones my Mom made when I was growing up (I'm from Southwest Texas,) we had... MORE

Reviewed on Jan. 24, 2008 by Michael

Thanks for the Recipe Been forever since I had a New Mexico REAL Enchilada not one of those... MORE

Reviewed on Mar. 26, 2007 by John

This is an outstanding recipe I was introduced to when i got married and is a Family favorite... MORE

Reviewed on Feb. 25, 2008 by ibabaker

I loved this recipe, and so did my family. It depends on the season if can get fresh stuff or... MORE

Reviewed on Apr. 1, 2007 by Lo-Fi

This is a tasty dinner, and a good time-saving alternative over traditional baked... MORE

Reviewed on Jan. 20, 2009 by jewellprice

I love this recipe! We had this growing up in New Mexico, and this is just like mom used to... MORE

Reviewed on Nov. 24, 2008 by TeddyB

I absolutely loved this recipe. Every bite was a wonderful experience of taste. I will most... MORE

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