Chicken And Vegetable Enchiladas With African Spices (kedjenou Enchiladas)

These Chicken and Vegetable Enchiladas with African spices, also known as Kedjenou Enchiladas, are a fusion of Ivorian and Mexican cuisines. The flavorful combination of tender chicken, mixed vegetables, and aromatic African spices wrapped in tortillas and smothered in a rich tomato sauce will surely tantalize your taste buds.

Chicken And Vegetable Enchiladas With African Spices (kedjenou Enchiladas)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, and onions)
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 cup shredded cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken, mixed vegetables, ground coriander, ground ginger, cayenne pepper, and ground cloves.
  2. Divide the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly among the tortillas, roll them up, and place them seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  3. In a saucepan, combine the tomato sauce and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and pour the sauce over the enchiladas.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Baking dish Saucepan Mixing bowl

Tools

Oven Cutting board Knife Spatula

Serving suggestions

Serve the Kedjenou Enchiladas with a side of steamed rice and a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, add extra cayenne pepper to the chicken and vegetable mixture.

Cost

$15