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Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas

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These creamy white chicken enchiladas are easy to prepare and perfect for family dinners or entertaining friends.

Ingredients

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  • 8-10 medium flour tortillas
  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup diced green chiles
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Begin by melting the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about a minute until it turns light golden.
  2. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth until it’s smooth. Keep cooking until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Once thickened, remove the pan from the heat and stir in the sour cream, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced onion, green chiles, cilantro, and 1 cup of cheese.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F and spread a thin layer of the sauce on a greased 9×13 dish.
  6. For each tortilla, place about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture inside, roll it up, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  7. Pour the remaining sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until it’s bubbly and golden.
  9. Allow the enchiladas to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve with guacamole, green salad, or Mexican rice. Top with extra cilantro, lime wedges, or sour cream.