Creamy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
Delicious Chicken Enchiladas baked with a creamy white sour cream sauce, filled with tender shredded chicken and wrapped in soft tortillas. This comforting Mexican-inspired casserole is perfect for a family dinner and is easy to prepare with simple ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4-5 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
Tortillas
- 8–10 flour or corn tortillas
White Sour Cream Sauce
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
- Make the white sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until lightly golden. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, then add sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until the sauce thickens, then remove from heat and stir in half of the shredded cheese.
- Fill the tortillas: Warm tortillas briefly to make them pliable. Spoon shredded chicken evenly onto each tortilla, then roll them up tightly.
- Assemble the enchiladas: Place the filled tortillas seam-side down in a greased baking dish. Pour the white sauce evenly over the top, then sprinkle remaining cheese over the sauce.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the enchiladas uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute cooked rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- For a spicier variation, add chopped green chilies or jalapeños to the filling or sauce.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, use corn tortillas and gluten-free flour for the sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: Chicken Enchiladas, White Sauce Enchiladas, Mexican Casserole, Baked Enchiladas, Sour Cream Sauce
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