Enchiladas Suizas

Enchiladas Suizas (translated, means Swiss Enchiladas) are different from traditional chicken enchilada recipes, in that instead of being served with a red chili pepper sauce, they are served with a creamy cheese sauce made with heavy cream and Monterey jack cheese along with some savory seasonings. The filling for these elegant chicken enchiladas also differs from traditional enchiladas, consisting of shredded chicken breast, sautéed onion and garlic, diced green chiles, salsa verde and fresh parsley. Each tortilla is first dipped into the creamy cheese sauce, and is then wrapped around generous helpings of the delicious chicken mixture. To top it off, more cheese sauce is liberally poured over the top of the enchiladas, and more Monterey jack cheese is sprinkled over the sauce. The enchiladas are then baked to a gorgeous bubbly golden brown, making an impressive presentation. This Enchiladas Suizas recipe also includes an easy-to-make tomato, green onion and green chile salsa that adds wonderful complimentary flavor and texture as well as bright color. This salsa garnish is optional, as these enchiladas are superb with or without any garnishing - though considering how easy the salsa is to make and the color and flavor it adds, it is well worth serving with these enchiladas. Leftovers reheat very nicely in the microwave, and will provide a quick and delicious lunch or dinner.