Description
Creamy white chicken enchiladas deliver a comforting Mexican-inspired feast that blends tender shredded chicken, velvety cheese sauce, and warm tortillas. Diners will savor each cheesy, spice-infused bite of this classic southwestern dinner that satisfies hunger and delights taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 8 flour tortillas (8-inch size)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 (4 ounces) can diced green chilies (optional)
- Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Sliced jalapenos (optional)
- Diced tomatoes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken mixture by combining shredded chicken with a blend of cheeses, sour cream, and green chilies. Ensure the ingredients are thoroughly mixed for a consistent flavor profile.
- Create uniform filling portions and carefully wrap each tortilla, rolling tightly to prevent filling from spilling. Arrange the rolled enchiladas strategically in the prepared baking dish, positioning them seam-side down to maintain structural integrity.
- Craft the creamy white sauce by initiating a roux with melted butter and flour. Slowly incorporate chicken broth, whisking continuously to eliminate potential lumps and achieve a silky smooth consistency.
- Transform the base sauce into a luxurious coating by integrating sour cream, additional cheese, and a harmonious blend of spices. Stir until the sauce reaches a velvety texture that will enhance the enchiladas’ overall richness.
- Generously drench the rolled tortillas with the prepared white sauce, ensuring complete and even coverage across the entire baking dish.
- Distribute the remaining cheese over the top, creating a golden, melting layer that will provide a tantalizing visual and textural element.
- Slide the prepared dish into a preheated oven and bake until the cheese transforms into a bubbling, slightly golden crust and the enchiladas are heated thoroughly.
- Allow the enchiladas a brief resting period to settle and cool slightly. Optionally, embellish with fresh cilantro, diced jalapenos, or vibrant tomato garnishes to elevate the presentation and add a fresh contrast.
Notes
- Enhance the dish’s flavor by using freshly shredded cheese instead of pre-packaged varieties, which can be less creamy and flavorful.
- Swap traditional tortillas with low-carb alternatives like cauliflower or almond flour tortillas for a gluten-free or keto-friendly version.
- Customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of green chilies or adding diced jalapeños for extra spice.
- Prep the chicken mixture ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours to develop deeper flavors and save time during meal preparation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 455
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg