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Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas

Delicious white chicken enchiladas enveloped in a creamy sauce, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8-10 medium flour tortillas
  • 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken rotisserie works wonderfully
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese divided
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese divided
  • 1/2 cup diced green chiles canned or fresh
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 small onion diced
White Sauce Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons butter for white sauce
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour for roux
  • 2 cups chicken broth for white sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by melting the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and whisk constantly for about a minute until it turns into a smooth paste and takes on a light golden hue.
  2. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, ensuring to stir continuously to dissolve any lumps. Keep cooking for around 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens up nicely.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the sour cream, cumin, salt, and pepper until completely smooth.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced onion, green chiles, cilantro, and 1 cup of the cheese mixture. Mix thoroughly.
Assembly
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F while preparing your baking dish. Spread a thin layer of the creamy white sauce in the bottom of a greased 9x13 baking dish.
  2. Take a tortilla, place about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture down the center, roll it tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat until all tortillas are filled.
  3. Pour the remaining white sauce evenly over the rolled enchiladas, covering them fully. Top with the rest of the Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese.
Baking
  1. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is melted and golden brown. Let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For the best experience, monitor baking closely and consider adding favorite veggies to the filling. Fresh cilantro brightens the dish but can be omitted if desired.