Chicken Enchiladas with Sour Cream White Sauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Chicken Enchiladas with Sour Cream White Sauce. This delectable dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering a creamy and cheesy experience that will surely satisfy your cravings. With its rich sauce and tender chicken filling, these enchiladas are not only easy to prepare but also customizable to fit your taste preferences. Gather your ingredients and dive into this delightful recipe that promises to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
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- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 8 flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with half of the cheese and half of the chiles.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually add chicken broth, stirring until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and remaining chiles.
- Spoon chicken mixture into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour the sour cream sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let rest for five minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg