Description
These creamy white chicken enchiladas feature tender shredded chicken wrapped in soft tortillas, covered with a rich, tangy white sauce and baked until bubbly and golden. It’s a comforting, family-friendly meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken breast, finely shredded
- 10 small flour tortillas (8-inch)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup mild green salsa
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, warm olive oil. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute until lightly golden.
- Gradually add chicken broth while whisking. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in green salsa and 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese.
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken with 1/2 cup of the prepared sauce.
- Spoon chicken mixture into tortillas, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas and spread evenly. Top with remaining mozzarella and all of the Monterey Jack cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let rest 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Use leftover or rotisserie chicken to save time.
- For extra flavor, add green chilies or chili powder to the sauce.
- Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent tearing.
- Can be made ahead or frozen before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
