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White Chicken Enchiladas

400kcal
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Prep 20 minutes
Cook 30 minutes
Total 50 minutes
Comforting white chicken enchiladas filled with tender chicken, creamy cheese, and topped with a rich sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Servings 6 servings
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican

Ingredients

For the filling
  • 2 cups boneless skinless chicken breasts Cooked by your preferred method
  • 2.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (or Pepper Jack cheese) Reserve some for topping
  • 5 ounces cream cheese
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
For the sauce
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 4 ounces canned diced green chilies
For assembly
  • 10 pieces soft flour tortillas

Method

Preparation
  1. Cook the chicken by your preferred method—boil, bake, or use rotisserie chicken.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  3. In a mixing bowl, add the cooked chicken and shred it with a fork if necessary.
  4. Incorporate 3/4 cup of the shredded cheese, garlic powder, and cream cheese. Mix well until combined.
Making the sauce
  1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, then stir in the flour and taco seasoning, cooking for about 1 minute.
  2. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of chicken broth until smooth.
  3. Add half a cup of the shredded cheese and cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble.
  4. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the sour cream and diced chilies. Avoid bringing the mixture to a boil at this stage.
Assembly and baking
  1. In each tortilla, spoon in some of the chicken cheese mixture, roll it up, and place it seam-side down into the greased baking dish.
  2. Pour the sauce evenly over the enchiladas and top with the remaining shredded cheese.
  3. Bake for 22 minutes, then switch to high broil for an additional 3 minutes to achieve a golden and bubbly cheese topping.

Nutrition

Serving1gCalories400kcalCarbohydrates30gProtein20gFat25gSaturated Fat10gSodium700mgFiber3gSugar2g

Notes

You can swap the chicken with shredded pork or beef for a different flavor. For a vegetarian option, try using black beans or sautéed vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply place them in a preheated oven until heated through.

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