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Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas

Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas: Comfort Food Made Perfect

Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas are a comforting meal perfect for busy nights, customizable to fit any dietary needs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 4 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken rotisserie chicken is recommended
  • 8 pieces Flour Tortillas soft tortillas hold the filling
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack Cheese or Pepper Jack for spice
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter for the roux
  • 4 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour substitute gluten-free flour if needed
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used
  • 1 can (4 ounces) Diced Green Chiles adjust spice level as desired
For Seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

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

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter and stir in 4 tablespoons of flour to make a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of chicken broth and cook until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream, diced green chiles, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Warm flour tortillas and fill each with the chicken mixture, then roll and place in the baking dish.
  7. Pour the creamy sauce over the rolled enchiladas and top with remaining Monterey Jack cheese.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; then uncover and bake for another 10-15 minutes.
  9. Let the enchiladas rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize the filling and toppings to fit your dietary needs and preferences.

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