Introduction
Chicken enfrijoladas are a traditional Mexican dish made with corn tortillas dipped in a rich bean sauce and filled with shredded chicken. The name enfrijoladas comes from the Spanish word frijol, meaning beans.
This comforting dish is popular across many regions of Mexico and is often served for lunch or dinner. The tortillas are coated in a smooth sauce made with Mexican beans and flavored with spices and herbs, then topped with cream, cheese, and sliced onion.
Enfrijoladas are a delicious example of how beans play a central role in Mexican cuisine.
🫘 What Are Enfrijoladas?
Enfrijoladas are corn tortillas dipped in a creamy bean-based sauce and filled with ingredients such as chicken, cheese, or eggs.
They are similar to other Mexican dishes like enchiladas or entomatadas, but the main difference is that enfrijoladas are prepared with bean sauce instead of chile or tomato sauce.
⏱ Preparation time: 30 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4 people
🧾 Ingredients
2 cans whole bayo beans
12 corn tortillas
1 large chicken breast, cooked and shredded
1 cup water
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon epazote
½ onion, thinly sliced
1 cup fresh cream or Mexican crema
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
vegetable oil for frying
salt to taste
👩🍳 Preparation
1️⃣ Prepare the tortillas
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet.
Lightly fry the corn tortillas on both sides until slightly golden.
Transfer them to a plate and set aside.
2️⃣ Prepare the bean sauce
Place in a blender:
- bayo beans
- 1 cup of water
- ground cumin
Blend until the mixture becomes smooth.
Pour the sauce into a pot and heat over medium heat.
Add the epazote and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
If needed, add a little more water to adjust the consistency.
Season with salt to taste.
3️⃣ Prepare the enfrijoladas
Dip each fried tortilla into the bean sauce.
Place it on a plate and add shredded chicken in the center.
Fold the tortilla in half to form the enfrijolada.
Repeat with all tortillas.
4️⃣ Finish the dish
Pour the remaining bean sauce over the enfrijoladas.
Top with:
- fresh cream
- grated cheese
- sliced onion
Serve immediately.
💡 Tips for Best Results
✔ More flavor
You can add a little chicken broth to the bean sauce for deeper flavor.
✔ Vegetarian version
Replace the chicken with cheese or sautéed mushrooms.
✔ Extra heat
Add a serrano chile or chile de árbol to the sauce.
✔ Traditional sides
Serve with Mexican rice or a fresh salad.
🛒 Mexican Ingredients Used in This Recipe
To prepare this recipe with authentic flavors, you can find in our store:
- Mexican beans
- corn tortillas
- Mexican spices
- traditional Mexican ingredients
👉 All these authentic Mexican ingredients are available at ByLauPereira, with delivery across Portugal.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What are enfrijoladas?
Enfrijoladas are a traditional Mexican dish made with corn tortillas dipped in bean sauce and filled with different ingredients.
What is the difference between enfrijoladas and enchiladas?
Enchiladas are prepared with chile sauce, while enfrijoladas use bean sauce.
Can I use other beans?
Yes. Although bayo beans are traditional, other Mexican beans can also be used.
Where can I buy Mexican ingredients in Portugal?
You can find Mexican beans, corn tortillas and authentic spices in the ByLauPereira online store, with delivery across Portugal.