Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Chicken Enchiladas with Sour Cream White Sauce, a dish that brings comfort and flavor to every occasion. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests, these enchiladas feature tender chicken wrapped in soft tortillas, smothered in a rich sour cream sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. With just 20 minutes of preparation, this recipe is family-friendly and easily customizable—feel free to add your favorite vegetables or spices. Serve them alongside fresh sides for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 8 flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 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 mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with half of the cheese and green chiles.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, whisk in flour until golden, then gradually add chicken broth and simmer until thickened. Stir in sour cream and remaining chiles.
- Spoon filling into tortillas, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour sauce over enchiladas and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg