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Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas for Cozy Family Nights

Delightful creamy white chicken enchiladas perfect for cozy family dinners.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 6 tortillas Flour Tortillas Use medium-sized
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken works well
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Shredded
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded
  • 1 can Green Chiles Canned or fresh
  • ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped, omit if desired
  • 1 cup Onion Diced
For the White Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter For roux
  • ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour For roux
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Reserve extra for consistency
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Opt for cashew cream for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin For flavor
  • to taste Salt and Pepper

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook until golden, then gradually add chicken broth while whisking until thickened. Stir in sour cream, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, onion, green chiles, cilantro, and Monterey Jack cheese. Mix until creamy.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread a thin layer of white sauce in a greased baking dish. Roll tortillas with filling and place seam-side down. Repeat until all are arranged in the dish.
  4. Pour remaining white sauce over enchiladas and sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  5. Let enchiladas rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftovers improve in flavor and can be stored in the fridge or freezer. Reheat in the oven with added broth for moisture.

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