White Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
White Chicken Enchiladas Recipe is a creamy, cheesy, and satisfying Tex-Mex dish perfect for family dinners or gatherings. This recipe combines tender shredded chicken, a flavorful white sauce, and melted cheese, all wrapped in soft tortillas and baked to golden perfection. It’s quick to prepare and delivers restaurant-quality flavor at home.
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White Chicken Enchiladas Recipe Details
- Servings: 5 people
- Estimated Cost: $15–$20 USD
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Course: Main
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Mixing bowl
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- Whisk
- Oven
Ingredients
White Enchilada Sauce:
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 4 oz can diced green chilies
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Filling:
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breasts
- 6 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 4 oz can diced green chilies
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Assembly:
- 10 (8-inch) flour tortillas
- 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese (for topping)
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the White Enchilada Sauce:
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour to form a roux. Gradually add chicken broth while whisking continuously.
- Stir in diced green chilies, sour cream, and Monterey Jack cheese. Cook until the sauce thickens, then remove from heat.
2. Make the Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, sour cream, green chilies, cumin, and Monterey Jack cheese.
3. Assemble the Enchiladas:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Lay each tortilla flat, spoon an even amount of filling onto it, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with the remaining Monterey Jack cheese.
4. Bake:
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Information
Calories per serving: ~490 kcal
Protein: ~29g
Fat: ~39g (Saturated Fat: ~21g)
Carbohydrates: ~6g
Sodium: ~1097mg
Recipe Notes
- Chicken Options: Use rotisserie chicken for convenience or poach fresh chicken breasts for this recipe. Leftover turkey also works well.
- Tortilla Tips: Warm tortillas briefly in the microwave to prevent cracking while rolling.
- Spice Level: For extra heat, add diced jalapeños or a dash of chili powder to the sauce.
- Freezing Option: These enchiladas freeze well—assemble them without baking, wrap tightly, and freeze for up to three months.
