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A casserole dish filled with golden-brown, cheesy white chicken enchiladas, topped with fresh cilantro and a creamy white sauce

White Chicken Enchiladas with Sour Cream Sauce

A creamy, comforting dish with tender shredded chicken, smothered in a rich white sauce and melted cheese, all wrapped in soft tortillas and baked for a Mexican meal the whole family will enjoy!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Serving Size 5 servings

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 casserole dish

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken, cooked and shredded
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 7 ounce can green chilies
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 8 ounces shredded cheese
  • 8-10 large flour tortillas

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, salt and taco seasoning.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
  • Add chicken broth to the roux and cook until the sauce thickens about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, let cool for a few minutes, then mix in sour cream and green chiles.
  • Add the chicken mixture to the center of each tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, and roll tightly. Place seam-side down in a greased 9×13 baking dish.
  • Pour the sauce over the enchiladas, then top with the remaining cheese.
  • Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes, until bubbly and golden. For a golden-brown finish, broil for the last few minutes—watch carefully to avoid burning.
  • Serve with cilantro, green onions, sour cream, and jalapenos.

Notes

 

  • Warm Tortillas: Warm your tortillas before filling and rolling them to prevent cracking. Warm them in a skillet over low heat or wrap them in a damp towel and microwave for about 20-30 seconds.
  • Add Heat: If you like your enchiladas with a bit of a kick, consider adding chili powder, cayenne pepper, diced jalapenos, or hot sauce to the chicken filling.
  • Make the Filling Creamier: To make your filling even creamier, add 1 tablespoon of the enchilada white sauce directly onto the chicken filling before adding rolling the tortillas.
  • Add Beans: Add black beans or refried beans to the chicken mixture for a heartier filling. You can mix them into the shredded chicken.