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Easy Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas

Easy Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas

Quick and easy creamy white chicken enchiladas, perfect for a weeknight dinner. Packed with flavor and surprisingly healthy!
Course: Main Course

Ingredients
  

Chicken Filling
  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
  • 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies undrained
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Creamy White Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Other
  • 10 (6-inch) flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese for topping

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, green chilies, sour cream, cilantro, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is evenly distributed.
    2 cups cooked and shredded chicken, 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, Salt and pepper
  2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until a smooth paste forms (this is your roux).
    4 tablespoons butter, 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  3. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, ensuring no lumps form. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
    3 cups chicken broth
  4. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream, Monterey Jack cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
    1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, Salt and pepper
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. Spoon about 1/3 cup of the chicken filling into each tortilla. Roll up tightly and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
    10 (6-inch) flour tortillas
  7. Pour the creamy white sauce evenly over the enchiladas.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the sauce.
    2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the enchiladas are heated through.
  10. Let the enchiladas cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired. Enjoy your Easy Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas.