Description
Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas are a comforting and satisfying dish that makes for a perfect family meal or an easy weeknight dinner. Bursting with flavor, these enchiladas feature tender shredded chicken enveloped in warm tortillas, smothered in a rich and creamy sauce made with melted cheeses and zesty spices. This recipe is not only quick to prepare but also allows for customization with your choice of proteins or vegetables, ensuring everyone at the table finds their favorite twist on this classic Mexican favorite. Whether served with fresh toppings or alongside simple sides, these enchiladas are sure to become a beloved fixture in your dinner rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 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
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 12 small flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (for topping)
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Sliced green onions
- Diced tomatoes
- Sliced jalapeños
- Salsa, guacamole, or sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheeses, diced onion, garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and stir in flour to create a roux. Gradually whisk in chicken broth until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in sour cream and diced green chilies.
- Spread some sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Fill each tortilla with about ½ cup of the chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the dish.
- Pour the remaining sauce over the enchiladas and top with additional cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
- Garnish as desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg