Creamy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
Looking for the best easy chicken enchiladas with creamy cheese sauce? These Creamy Chicken Enchiladas are the perfect blend of tender shredded chicken, rich cheese, and a luscious homemade white enchilada sauce. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, potluck, or meal prep!
Ingredients
For the Creamy Chicken Filling:
2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
1 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup softened cream cheese
1/2 cup canned diced green chilies
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Enchiladas:
8 soft flour tortillas
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
1/4 cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
For the Creamy Enchilada Sauce:
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 tsp ground cumin
Salt to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
2. Make the Creamy Chicken Filling:
In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, sour cream, Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, green chilies, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Roll the Enchiladas:
Scoop the creamy chicken mixture evenly into each tortilla. Roll them tightly and place seam-side down in your prepared baking dish.
4. Cook the White Enchilada Sauce:
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, whisking constantly. Gradually add chicken broth and whisk until smooth. Cook for 3–5 minutes, or until thickened. Reduce heat and stir in sour cream, Monterey Jack cheese, cumin, and salt until melted and creamy.
5. Assemble and Bake:
Pour the creamy enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas. Top with shredded cheddar cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
6. Garnish and Serve:
Sprinkle chopped green onions on top before serving. Enjoy these rich, cheesy chicken enchiladas hot out of the oven!
Tips & Variations:
Use rotisserie chicken to save time!
Want a spicier kick? Add jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce to the filling.
These enchiladas freeze well perfect for make-ahead meals.
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