Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas
These Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas are a delightful twist on traditional enchiladas, featuring shredded chicken, a rich creamy sauce, and melted cheese for an impressive family meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8-10 pieces flour tortillas (medium size)
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie works great
- 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 chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 small onion diced
For the White Sauce
- 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 cumin ground
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation of White Sauce
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until it forms a smooth paste and turns light golden.
- Gradually add chicken broth to the roux, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until sauce thickens and becomes smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in sour cream, cumin, salt, and pepper until perfectly combined.
Filling and Assembling
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, diced onion, green chiles, cilantro, and 1 cup of the cheese mixture. Mix thoroughly.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread a thin layer of white sauce in the bottom of a greased 9×13 baking dish.
- Place about 1/3 cup chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla, roll tightly, and arrange seam-side down in the prepared dish.
Baking
- Pour remaining white sauce evenly over rolled enchiladas, ensuring they are completely covered.
- Sprinkle the remaining Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake uncovered at 350°F for 25-30 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For quick preparation, use rotisserie chicken; adjust heat with spicy green chiles or diced jalapeños. For a healthier version, consider whole wheat tortillas or low-fat cheese.