Description
These Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas are filled with tender shredded chicken and smothered in a smooth, cheesy white sauce. Mellow, comforting, and family-friendly, this recipe delivers satisfying flavor and creamy richness without overwhelming spice.
Ingredients
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
8 flour tortillas
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup sour cream
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 can (4 ounces) diced green chiles
1 ½ cups shredded Monterrey Jack cheese
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for color)
½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Chopped cilantro or scallions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
3. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, continuing to stir until smooth and slightly thickened.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the softened cream cheese and sour cream until fully incorporated and smooth.
5. Add green chiles, salt, and pepper to the sauce. Stir in 1 cup of the Monterrey Jack cheese and allow it to melt. Set sauce aside.
6. Divide shredded chicken evenly among the tortillas, roll them up, and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
7. Pour the white sauce evenly over the enchiladas. Sprinkle remaining Monterrey Jack and cheddar cheese on top.
8. Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, or until bubbly. Optionally broil for 2-3 minutes for a golden top.
9. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped cilantro or scallions if desired.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add deeper flavor.
Let the sauce cool slightly before adding sour cream and cheese to prevent curdling.
To make ahead, assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American-Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: creamy enchiladas, white sauce enchiladas, chicken enchiladas