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Baked Boulders Enchilada Recipe in a white dish with red sauce, melted cheese, and fresh garnishes on a clean kitchen counter

Easy Boulders Enchilada Recipe

5 from 1 vote
Recreate Colorado's famous Boulders enchiladas with authentic homemade sauce and perfectly tender tortillas.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chili Soaking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American Southwest, Mexican
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 whole corn tortillas Fresh
  • 3 cups chicken Shredded
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack Shredded
  • 1 medium white onion Diced
  • 1 cup queso fresco Crumbled
  • ½ cup black olives Sliced
  • ¼ cup cilantro Fresh chopped
Sauce:
  • 4 whole guajillo chilies Dried
  • 3 whole ancho chilies Dried
  • 4 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 can fire-roasted tomatoes 14.5 oz
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon Mexican oregano

Equipment

  • 1 Baking dish 13x9 inch
  • 1 Blender High-powered
  • 1 Large skillet For tortillas
  • 1 Sauce pot Heavy-bottom
  • 1 Strainer Fine mesh1
  • 1 Tongs For dipping
  • 1 Measuring set Cups and spoons

Method
 

Step 1: Make Sauce
  1. Toast dried chilies
  2. Soak in hot water
  3. Blend with other ingredients
  4. Strain and simmer
Step 2: Prepare Tortilla
  1. Quick fry in oil
  2. Dip in warm sauce
  3. Set aside
Step 3: Assemble
  1. Mix filling
  2. Roll enchiladas
  3. Place in baking dish
  4. Top with sauce and cheese
Step 4: Bake
  1. Cover with foil
  2. Bake at 375°F for 25 minutes
  3. Uncover and add cheese
  4. Bake 10 more minutes