Creamy White Enchilada

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Creamy White Enchiladas, a heavenly blend of tender shredded chicken, gooey Monterey Jack cheese, and a luscious sour cream and green chili sauce. Wrapped in soft flour tortillas and baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this dish combines creamy, cheesy, and zesty flavors in every bite. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy family gathering, these enchiladas are easy to make, with just 20 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients like chicken broth, spices, and a touch of butter. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and a hint of freshness, and serve with your favorite sides for a Mexican-inspired feast everyone will devour. This one-pan recipe is guaranteed to become a new household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 5

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 10 pieces Flour tortillas
• 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 4 tablespoons Butter
• 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 2 cans Green chilies, diced
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the shredded chicken for 2-3 minutes until warm, then set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until you have a smooth paste.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, ensuring no lumps form. Bring the mixture to a low simmer, stirring constantly until it thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the sour cream and diced green chilies. Continue to stir until smooth. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute, then remove from heat.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the warmed chicken and half of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese.

Step 7

Lightly coat a 9x13 inch baking dish with some of the white sauce to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla. Roll them up and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.

Step 9

Pour the white sauce evenly over the top of the enchiladas. Sprinkle the remaining Monterey Jack cheese on top.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Let the enchiladas cool for a few minutes, then garnish with chopped cilantro if desired, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2564.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4401.1

Total Fat 230.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 121.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1054.9mg	0%
Sodium 8326.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 270.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.1g	0%
Total Sugars 36.9g
Protein 335.9g	0%

Vitamin D 65.3IU	0%
Calcium 2776.6mg	0%
Iron 25.5mg	0%
Potassium 4106.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.1%

Protein: 29.9%

Carbs: 24.0%