Description
Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas are a comforting twist on traditional enchiladas, featuring tender shredded chicken wrapped in soft tortillas and drenched in a rich, creamy sauce. This dish is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, providing a satisfying meal that everyone will love. With its blend of spices and cheeses, this recipe is quick to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Whether you’re looking for an easy weeknight dinner or a cozy dish to impress guests, these enchiladas deliver on flavor and comfort.
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
- Diced green chilies
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan, melt butter; whisk in flour, then gradually add chicken broth until thickened.
- Stir in sour cream, green chilies, and spices.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with half the cheese and some sauce. Fill tortillas with this mixture and roll tightly.
- Place rolled enchiladas seam-side down in a baking dish. Pour remaining sauce over them and sprinkle with the rest of the cheese.
- Bake for about 25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg