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Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Comforting Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas Recipe for Dinner

Indulge in this creamy white chicken enchiladas recipe that brings comfort and flavor to your dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Enchiladas
  • 8 pieces Flour Tortillas can use corn for gluten-free
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken rotisserie chicken recommended
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese can use pepper jack for spice
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese or your favorite cheese like Gouda
  • 1 can Diced Green Chiles fresh or canned
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro substitute with parsley if disliked
  • 1/2 cup Onion or green onions for milder flavor
For the White Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter can use oil for dairy-free version
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour may change texture
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth vegetable broth for vegetarians
  • 1 cup Sour Cream cashew cream for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Whisk

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare White Sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in 1/4 cup of flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden. Gradually add 2 cups of chicken broth while whisking for 3-4 minutes until thick. Stir in 1 cup of sour cream, 1 teaspoon cumin, salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Make the Filling: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of shredded chicken, 1/2 cup onion, 1 can diced green chiles, 1/4 cup cilantro, and 1 cup cheese. Mix until well combined.
  3. Assemble Enchiladas: Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread a thin layer of white sauce in a greased baking dish. Fill each tortilla with 1/3 cup chicken mixture, roll it tightly and place seam-side down in the dish.
  4. Bake: Pour remaining white sauce over rolled enchiladas and sprinkle 1 cup cheese on top. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  5. Rest and Serve: Let enchiladas rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with different proteins or cheeses to suit your taste. Allows for dietary adaptations.

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