My hubby took one bite, stomped his foot, and said “WOW!!”
🌯 White Chicken Enchiladas
These creamy white chicken enchiladas bring a comforting twist to a Mexican classic. Tender shredded chicken, green chilies, and gooey cheese are wrapped in soft tortillas and baked under a luscious sour cream sauce until warm and bubbly perfection.
🧾 Ingredients
For the Enchiladas:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cooked chicken breast (shredded) | 2 cups |
| Flour tortillas (small) | 8–10 |
| Monterey Jack cheese (shredded, divided) | 2 cups |
| Diced green chilies | ½ cup |
For the White Sauce:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | 3 Tbsp |
| All-purpose flour | 3 Tbsp |
| Chicken broth | 2 cups |
| Sour cream | 1 cup |
| Garlic powder | ½ tsp |
| Onion powder | ½ tsp |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
Optional Toppings:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Chopped fresh cilantro | As desired |
| Sliced black olives | As desired |
| Diced tomatoes | As desired |
| Sliced jalapeños | As desired |
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Chicken
Start by shredding your cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
Step 2: Make the Creamy White Sauce
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
- Gradually add the chicken broth, whisking constantly until smooth.
- Let the sauce simmer gently until it thickens slightly.
- Lower the heat and stir in sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Keep the sauce warm.
Step 3: Assemble the Enchiladas
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, green chilies, and ½ cup of the Monterey Jack cheese.
- Fill each tortilla with a spoonful of the mixture, roll it up tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 4: Add Sauce and Cheese
- Pour the prepared white sauce evenly over the tortillas.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese generously over the top.
Step 5: Bake
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is melted, bubbling, and lightly golden at the edges.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Top with your favorite garnishes like chopped cilantro, olives, tomatoes, or jalapeños.
- Enjoy warm with a side of rice or beans.
