Description
These Chicken Enchiladas with Sour Cream White Sauce are a comforting and creamy dish that brings together tender shredded chicken, soft flour tortillas, and a rich, tangy sauce topped with melted cheese. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to be a hit with everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 8 flour tortillas
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with ½ cup of cheddar cheese and ½ cup of Monterey Jack cheese.
- Divide the chicken mixture among the flour tortillas. Roll each tortilla up tightly and place them seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour to create a roux, and cook for about 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, continuing to stir until the mixture thickens.
- Remove the saucepan from heat, then stir in the sour cream and diced green chilies. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or hot sauce to the sauce.
- You can substitute the chicken with turkey, beef, or a vegetarian filling like black beans and sautéed vegetables.
- These enchiladas store well in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg