Description
Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas are the ultimate comfort food that combines rich flavors and creamy textures in every bite. Perfect for a family dinner or a cozy gathering, this delightful dish features tender shredded chicken enveloped in soft tortillas and smothered in a luscious white sauce made from sour cream and green chilies. With just 45 minutes of preparation and cooking time, you can create a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Customize the filling with your favorite ingredients and serve with fresh toppings for an extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 12 small flour tortillas
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can diced green chilies
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheeses, diced onion, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and stir in flour until bubbly. Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth. Add sour cream and green chilies; heat through.
- Spoon the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour the sauce over the enchiladas and top with additional cheese.
- Bake for 25 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (155g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg