Description
These White Chicken Enchiladas are a comforting and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. Creamy and flavorful, they are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends. The tender shredded chicken, melty cheese, and zesty green chiles wrapped in soft flour tortillas make for a delicious dish that is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Enchiladas:
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chiles
- 8 flour tortillas
For the Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, mix the shredded chicken, 1 cup of cheese, and green chiles.
- Fill the tortillas: Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll up tightly, and place seam side down in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Make the sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, whisk in the flour, then slowly whisk in the chicken broth until smooth and slightly thickened. Stir in the sour cream, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the enchiladas: Pour the sauce evenly over the enchiladas, sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup of cheese, and bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding sautéed onions or corn to the chicken filling.
- These enchiladas can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake.
- Serve with Mexican rice, beans, or a simple salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
