Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Ingredients:

  • For the Filling:
    • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
    • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained  
    • 1 (10 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
    • 1/2 cup sour cream
    • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
    • 1/4 cup chopped onion
    • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the Sauce:
    • 2 tablespoons butter
    • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • 1 cup chicken broth
    • 1/2 cup milk
    • 1/4 cup sour cream
    • 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Additional:
    • 8-10 flour tortillas
    • Vegetable oil for frying (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.  
  2. Make the Filling: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, diced green chilies, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, chopped onions, green onions, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Prepare the Tortillas: If using flour tortillas, lightly fry them in vegetable oil for a few seconds on each side until they soften. Alternatively, you can warm them in the microwave for about 30 seconds.
  4. Assemble the Enchiladas: Spoon about 1/2 cup of the chicken filling into each tortilla. Roll up tightly and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  5. Make the Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and 1/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese until melted and smooth.  
  6. Pour the Sauce: Pour the sauce evenly over the assembled enchiladas.
  7. Bake: Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
  8. Serve: Let the enchiladas stand for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional chopped green onions or cilantro, if desired.

Enjoy your delicious and creamy white chicken enchiladas!

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