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White Chicken Enchiladas

Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas That'll Wow Your Family

Delicious and comforting white chicken enchiladas perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Enchiladas
  • 8 tortillas Flour Tortillas Medium-sized for easy rolling.
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken is a convenient option.
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Shredded; consider pepper jack for spiciness.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded; sharp cheddar for best flavor.
  • 1 can Diced Green Chiles Drained; adjust for heat preference.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped; can substitute with parsley.
  • 1/2 cup Onion Diced; yellow or white onions are ideal.
For the White Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Unsalted for sodium control.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth works for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can use cashew cream for dairy-free.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux. Gradually add chicken broth while whisking until thickened. Stir in sour cream, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, diced onion, green chiles, and cilantro. Mix in Monterey Jack cheese.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour a layer of white sauce into the dish. Fill tortillas with 1/4 cup of filling, roll, and place seam-side down.
  4. Pour remaining white sauce over enchiladas and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. Let the enchiladas cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Warm tortillas in the microwave for easier rolling; enchiladas can be assembled a day ahead and baked when ready.

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