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Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas Recipe Your New Family Favorite

Creamy white chicken enchiladas recipe that your family will love, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Enchiladas
  • 10 pieces Flour tortillas Medium size for easy rolling
  • 3 cups Cooked shredded chicken Rotisserie chicken saves time
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese Divided
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese Divided
  • 0.5 cup Diced green chiles Canned or fresh
  • 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro Optional
  • 1 small Diced onion Provides aromatic flavor
For the White Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Butter
  • 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 cup Sour cream Room temperature
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin To taste
  • Salt and pepper To taste

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons of butter until frothy. Whisk in 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour to create a roux, cooking for 1 minute until golden and bubbly. Gradually add 2 cups of chicken broth, whisking continuously until the sauce thickens (about 3-4 minutes) to a creamy consistency, coating the back of a spoon.
  2. Remove the thickened sauce from heat and stir in 1 cup of room-temperature sour cream, ½ teaspoon of ground cumin, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine 3 cups of shredded chicken, 1 small diced onion, ½ cup of diced green chiles, ¼ cup of chopped fresh cilantro, and 1 cup of the Monterey Jack cheese mixture. Stir well to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread a thin layer of the creamy white sauce on the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  5. Place a medium-sized flour tortilla on a flat surface. Spoon about ⅓ cup of the chicken mixture into the center, roll it up tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat this process until all the filling is used.
  6. Pour the remaining creamy white sauce generously over the top of the rolled enchiladas. Then, sprinkle with the leftover Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese.
  7. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until hot and bubbly, with a golden top.
  8. Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and allow the enchiladas to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with jalapeños or spinach for added flavor and nutrition. You can also make ahead by assembling enchiladas up to 24 hours in advance.

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