Description
Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Tender shredded chicken is enveloped in soft tortillas and smothered in a rich, creamy sauce, making each bite a delightful experience. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also customizable with your favorite toppings such as fresh cilantro, jalapeños, or salsa. In just under an hour, you can serve a satisfying meal that will impress everyone at the table. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy dish for entertaining, these enchiladas are sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 12 small flour tortillas
Instructions
- Sauté diced onion in a skillet until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with sautéed onions, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually add chicken broth while whisking until thickened. Stir in sour cream and green chilies.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Fill tortillas with chicken mixture and roll tightly.
- Place rolled tortillas seam-side down in the dish, pour remaining sauce over them, top with cheese, and bake for 25 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg