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White Chicken Enchiladas

Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas

Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas, a delightful Mexican-inspired dish perfect for any occasion. These enchiladas feature tender shredded chicken enveloped in soft flour tortillas, generously covered with a rich and creamy white sauce. With their savory combination of cheese, zesty green chilies, and a hint of garlic, they are sure to become a favorite among family and friends. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, this recipe allows you to create a satisfying meal that can be enjoyed any night of the week.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (or Pepper Jack cheese)
  • 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

  1. Cook the chicken using your preferred method until fully cooked. Shred it once cooled.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, ¾ cup cheese, garlic powder, and cream cheese until creamy.
  4. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter, stir in flour and taco seasoning for one minute, then gradually whisk in chicken broth until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in remaining cheese, sour cream, and green chilies.
  5. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  6. Pour sauce over enchiladas and top with remaining cheese.
  7. Bake for about 22 minutes; broil for an additional three minutes for extra crispiness.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada (175g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: For convenience, use rotisserie chicken to save time. Feel free to mix different cheeses for added flavor. Warm tortillas slightly before filling to prevent tearing.

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