Description
Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas are a tantalizing treat that brings together tender chicken, creamy cheese, and a delectable white sauce all wrapped in soft flour tortillas. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this easy-to-follow recipe delivers a satisfying Mexican-inspired meal that everyone will adore. The standout feature is the rich, creamy sauce that enhances the classic flavors, making these enchiladas not just a dish but an experience. With minimal prep time and ingredients you likely already have on hand, you’ll find this recipe to be a go-to for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (or Pepper Jack)
- 5 ounces cream cheese
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 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 and shred the chicken using your preferred method until fully cooked.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, 3/4 cup of shredded cheese, garlic powder, and cream cheese; mix well.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, stir in flour and taco seasoning for one minute, then gradually add chicken broth while whisking until smooth. Stir in half a cup of cheese until thickened.
- Mix sour cream and diced green chilies into the sauce; remove from heat.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll tightly, place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour sauce evenly over enchiladas and top with remaining shredded cheese.
- Bake for about 22 minutes; broil for an additional 3 minutes if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg