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Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas

Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas That Steal the Show

Delicious creamy white chicken enchiladas packed with tender chicken and rich sauce, perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Enchiladas
  • 6 pieces Flour Tortillas medium size for manageable rolls
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken preferably rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cups Monterey Jack Cheese divide for filling and topping
  • 1 cups Cheddar Cheese divide for filling and topping
  • 1 can Diced Green Chiles canned or fresh
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro for a fresh touch
  • 1 cup Diced Onion sauté for more depth if desired
For the White Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter to make the roux
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour to form the roux
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth use low-sodium for a healthier option
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or substitute with cashew cream for a dairy-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt and Pepper for elevating flavor

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Gradually whisk in the flour, stirring for about 1 minute until it forms a golden roux. Slowly add the chicken broth, whisking continuously for 3–5 minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat, then mix in sour cream, cumin, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, diced onion, diced green chiles, and chopped fresh cilantro. Stir in the Monterey Jack cheese and cheddar cheese until everything is evenly incorporated.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread a thin layer of the white sauce on the bottom of the dish. Take a flour tortilla, scoop about 1/3 cup of the chicken filling onto it, roll it tightly, and place it seam-side down in the dish. Repeat this until all tortillas are filled and arranged snugly in the baking dish.
  4. Pour the remaining white sauce generously over the top of the enchiladas and sprinkle the remaining Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese evenly.
  5. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is golden and melted. Remove from the oven and let rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

These enchiladas can be prepared in advance and refrigerated before baking. Perfect for meal prep!

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