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Joe Rooney

Easy Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas Delightful Recipe

Enjoy this easy creamy white chicken enchiladas recipe, perfect for a quick easy dinner that the whole family will love. These white chicken enchiladas for two or more are made with rotisserie chicken and a creamy cheese sauce, making them a delicious and convenient Mexican dish option. Great for weeknights and picky eaters alike!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 large enchiladas
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 flour tortillas (soft taco size)
  • 3 cups shredded chicken (I use Rotisserie)
  • 2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese (or pepper jack)
  • 4 ounces softened cream cheese
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp flour
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning (NOT the whole packet)
  • 1 (14.5oz) can of chicken broth (2 cups)
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 (4oz) can of diced green chiles

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350° F and grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  2. In a medium size bowl, mix the chicken with the cream cheese, garlic powder, and HALF of the shredded cheese (about 1 cup).
  3. Evenly stuff the mixture into your flour tortillas and place them into your prepared pan.
  4. In a sauce pan over medium heat, melt the butter and then stir in the flour and taco seasoning.
  5. Add the chicken broth and whisk until smooth; allow the mixture to heat up for a few minutes until warm.
  6. Add 1/2 a cup of the shredded cheese and whisk until well incorporated.
  7. Stir in the sour cream and can of chiles; whisk for just a minute or until the sour cream is completely dissolved, but do not allow it to boil.
  8. Pour the sauce over the enchiladas and top with remaining cheese.
  9. Bake for 22-25 minutes and then switch the broiler on for a few minutes to brown the cheese.

Notes

  • If using folded flour tortillas like burritos, they will fit perfectly in a 9x13 baking dish with some placed in the opposite direction. Any shredded chicken works, including baked, boiled, or canned chicken. You can substitute cheese types such as mozzarella, cheddar, or a Mexican blend. Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce for extra spice. Serve with hot sauce, refried beans, and Spanish rice for a complete meal.