Baked Swiss Enchiladas – The Creamy and Stringy Recipe Everyone Will Love!
If you love creamy, rich, and filling dishes, then Baked Swiss Enchiladas (also known as Enchiladas Suizas) will become one of your favorite recipes. This Mexican dish, famous for its irresistible, velvety white sauce, is the perfect comfort food: simple, nutritious, and incredibly satisfying.
Swiss enchiladas originated in Mexico, but the adjective "suizas" was added to recall the creaminess typical of Swiss cheeses. The result? A dish that combines Mexican tradition with the soft, stringy textures of European cuisine.
In this complete guide, you'll find the step-by-step recipe, variations, helpful tips, mistakes to avoid, and suggestions for making perfectly creamy, stringy, and golden enchiladas, just like the dish you saw in the photo.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Creamy and enveloping like a warm hug.
- Simple to prepare, ideal for dinner or guests.
- Versatile: you can stuff them with chicken, meat, vegetables or beans.
- Perfect for gratinating: melted, golden, and irresistible cheese.
- They can be prepared in advance and are excellent for meal prep.
Ingredients for Perfect Swiss Enchiladas
For the filling
- 500g cooked and shredded chicken breast (or shredded beef)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 white onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Per la Salsa Bianca Cremosa (Salsa Suiza)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons of flour
- 500 ml chicken or vegetable broth
- 250 ml of fresh cream or Crema Mexicana
- 1/2 cup green chilies
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt, pepper and a pinch of nutmeg
For the Assembly
- 12–16 corn or flour tortillas
- Vegetable oil (about 1/2 cup)
- 300g grated cheese (Monterey Jack, Cheddar, Mozzarella)
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