Description
Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas are a delightful take on a classic Mexican favorite, perfect for any weeknight dinner or casual gathering. These enchiladas feature soft flour tortillas filled with a savory mixture of shredded chicken and cheese, all smothered in a rich, creamy white sauce. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, they’re sure to impress both kids and adults alike. With just the right balance of cheese and spices, these enchiladas promise a satisfying meal that comes together in under an hour. Whether served as a hearty main dish or alongside a fresh side salad, this recipe will become a family favorite in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 5 ounces cream cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 ounces canned diced green chilies
- 10 soft flour tortillas
Instructions
- Cook the chicken using boiling, baking, or rotisserie methods until fully cooked. Shred the chicken once cooled.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, garlic powder, and ¾ cup of shredded cheese.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter, stir in flour and taco seasoning for one minute. Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth. Add remaining cheese, then remove from heat and stir in sour cream.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour white sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Bake for 22 minutes; broil for an additional 3 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg