Description
Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, offering a rich and comforting experience that your family will love. This easy recipe features tender shredded chicken enveloped in soft tortillas, smothered in a luscious creamy sauce made with cheese and spices. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering flavor that will impress both kids and adults alike. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can have this satisfying dish ready to bake, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Enjoy the versatility of these enchiladas by customizing the ingredients to suit your taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 12 small flour tortillas
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can (4 oz) 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
- Prepare the sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour to create a roux, then gradually add chicken broth, sour cream, diced green chilies, and spices until smooth and heated through.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Assemble enchiladas by filling tortillas with the chicken and cheese mixture, rolling them up tightly, and placing seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas and top with additional cheese.
- Bake for 25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg