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Ultra close-up macro of bubbling creamy white chicken enchiladas with pulling Monterey Jack cheese and velvety green chile sour cream sauce
Lily Coleman

Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas with Green Chile Sauce

Tender seasoned shredded chicken and melted Monterey Jack cheese rolled in soft tortillas, smothered in a velvety homemade green chile sour cream sauce, and baked until bubbling and golden.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings (2 enchiladas each)
Course: Casserole, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-American, Tex-Mex Comfort
Calories: 490

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Cheese Filling
  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken breast 100% Halal
  • 2.5 cups Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • 8 medium soft tortillas flour or corn
  • 1 tsp cumin & garlic powder tossed with chicken
  • 0.5 tsp salt and pepper to taste
Velvety Green Chile Sour Cream Sauce
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour to make roux
  • 2 cups chicken bone broth warm
  • 1 cup sour cream full fat
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced mild green chiles undrained
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder & cumin
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro and lime garnish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Oven & Baking Dish: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch ceramic or glass baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
  2. Toss Chicken Filling: In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken with cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and 1 cup of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Toss to distribute seasonings evenly.
  3. Roll the Tortillas: Lay tortillas flat on your counter. Divide the chicken and cheese mixture evenly down the center of each tortilla (about 1/3 cup per tortilla). Roll each tortilla tightly and arrange seam-side down in the prepared baking dish in a single snug row.
  4. Whisk the Velvety Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until bubbling and lightly golden. Slowly stream in chicken bone broth while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until thickened and glossy. Remove saucepan from heat and stir in sour cream, undrained diced green chiles, and onion powder until completely smooth and creamy.
  5. Smother & Cheese: Pour the warm green chile sour cream sauce evenly over the tops of all rolled tortillas, ensuring every corner is coated. Sprinkle the remaining 1.5 cups of shredded Monterey Jack cheese across the top.
  6. Bake to Bubbly Perfection: Bake uncovered at 375°F (190°C) for 20 to 22 minutes until sauce is bubbling enthusiastically around the edges and cheese is melted. Broil on HIGH for 2 minutes for light golden toasted spots. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve with fresh lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 2gCalories: 490kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 38gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 410mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 680IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 380mgIron: 2.6mg

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