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Creamy & Easy White Chicken Enchiladas with Sour Cream Sauce

Close-up of three delicious white chicken enchiladas covered in melted white and yellow cheese and sprinkled with parsley.
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Make these creamy white chicken enchiladas for a comforting, family-friendly dinner. This easy recipe uses tender shredded chicken and a rich sour cream white sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 10 corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded, plus 1 cup for topping
  • 1 (4 ounce) can green chiles, drained
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for one minute, stirring constantly to create a roux.
  3. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth until smooth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the sour cream, 1 cup of shredded cheese, green chiles, salt, and pepper until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. This is your white sauce recipe for enchiladas.
  5. Warm the tortillas briefly in the microwave or a dry skillet to make them pliable.
  6. Dip each tortilla into the white sauce to coat lightly. Place about 1/2 cup of shredded chicken down the center of each tortilla. Roll up the tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and chicken.
  7. Pour any remaining white sauce evenly over the rolled enchiladas. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese over the top.
  8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
  9. Let the white chicken enchiladas rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a shortcut, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken for your shredded chicken.
  • If you prefer a slight tang, substitute half of the sour cream with plain Greek yogurt.
  • Serve these easy chicken enchiladas with a side of Mexican rice or refried beans for a complete family meal.

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