Description
Comforting and flavorful, these enchiladas feature a creamy white sauce and a savory chicken filling, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8–10 medium-sized flour tortillas
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (divided)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1/2 cup diced green chiles
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream (at room temperature)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make the White Sauce: In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about a minute until it forms a smooth paste. Gradually add the chicken broth, whisking continuously to prevent lumps, and let it thicken for 3-4 minutes. Stir in the sour cream, cumin, salt, and pepper, and set aside.
- Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced onion, green chiles, cilantro, and 1 cup of the Monterey Jack cheese. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Assemble the Enchiladas: Spread a thin layer of the white sauce on the bottom of a greased 9×13 baking dish. Place about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla, roll them tightly, and arrange seam-side down in the dish.
- Coat with Sauce and Cheese: Pour the remaining white sauce over the enchiladas to ensure they’re completely covered. Top with the remaining Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is golden brown. Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
These enchiladas can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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