Discover the secret to making delicious White Chicken Enchiladas right in your kitchen! This creamy, cheesy dish is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for those craving authentic Mexican flavors or anyone looking for a comforting, homemade dinner option. Give this tasty enchilada recipe a try, and you won’t be disappointed!
White Chicken enchiladas
Are you looking for a delicious and easy family dinner that will leave everyone asking for seconds? Look no further! Today, we’re diving into the delightful world of White Chicken Enchiladas, a creamy, cheesy dish that’s sure to please even the pickiest eaters at your table.
Imagine tender, shredded chicken enveloped in soft tortillas, smothered in a rich, homemade white sauce, and topped with melty cheese. It’s not just a meal; it’s a warm hug on a plate! Plus, it comes together quickly, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or weekends when you want to impress without breaking a sweat.
Serve these creamy white chicken enchiladas with a side of Mexican rice or a fresh green salad for a complete meal that everyone will love. Not only is this dish comforting and satisfying, but it also offers the convenience of leftovers that taste even better the next day!
Find more yummy dinner recipes plus some other amazing Mexican recipes including homemade Flour Tortilla reicpe, copycat Godfathers Taco Pizza recipe, simple Taco Salad, and creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe.
Chicken enchiladas with white sauce
All you need to make the best enchiladas from scratch are a few common ingredients:
- shredded cooked chicken (I use Costco rotisserie chicken)
- Monterey Jack cheese (or mozzarella)
- salt, pepper, & Adobo seasoning to taste
- flour tortillas (taco size)
- butter
- all-purpose flour
- chicken broth
- sour cream
- diced green chiles
White chicken enchilada recipe
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F. While that’s heating up, grab a 9×13-inch baking dish and give it a good spray with nonstick cooking spray.
In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups of shredded, cooked chicken with 1 cup of ooey-gooey shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Season it to your liking with salt, pepper, and Adobo seasoning. Mix it all together until it’s perfectly blended!
Enchiladas Recipe
Chicken enchilada recipe white sauce
White enchilada sauce
Start by melting 3 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once it’s melted, whisk in 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, cooking for about 1 minute until it thickens (just watch it closely so it doesn’t burn!).
Next, gradually add in 2 cups of chicken broth while whisking until the mixture is nice and smooth. Now, it’s time to stir in 1 cup of sour cream and a 4-ounce can of diced green chiles. Just a reminder: keep an eye on the heat—this sauce shouldn’t boil!
Once the Creamy Green Chile Sauce is ready, remove it from the heat and drizzle it generously over the enchiladas in the baking dish.
Sprinkle a generous cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese on top for a delicious finish!
Cheesy white chicken enchiladas
Chicken enchilada with sour cream white sauce
Serve up the enchiliadas with chips and salsa, a side salad, or Mexican rice on the side to complete your meal.
Creamy, Cheesy White Chicken Enchiliaadas
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded, cooked chicken I use 1/2 the pulled rotisserie chicken meat from Costco.
- 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese shredded
- salt, pepper, adobo seasoning to taste
- 10 flour tortilla taco size
Homemade Enchilada Sauce
- 3 Tablespoons butter
- 3 Tablespoons all purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream I always use Daisy
- 4 oz diced green chiles do not drain
Sprinkle on Top
- 1 cup Monterey Jack shredded
Instructions
Make Enchiladas
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F. While that’s heating up, grab a 9×13-inch baking dish and give it a good spray with nonstick cooking spray.In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups of shredded, cooked chicken with 1 cup of ooey-gooey shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Season it to your liking with salt, pepper, and Adobo seasoning. Mix it all together.
- Fill each of the 10 flour tortillas with the delicious chicken mixture. Carefully roll up those delicious chicken-filled tortillas and arrange them in the prepared baking dish!
Green Enchilada Sauce
- Start by melting 3 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once it’s melted, whisk in 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, cooking for about 1 minute until it thickens (just watch it closely so it doesn’t burn!).
- Next, gradually add in 2 cups of chicken broth while whisking until the mixture is nice and smooth. Now, it’s time to stir in 1 cup of sour cream and a 4-ounce can of diced green chiles. Just a reminder: keep an eye on the heat—this sauce shouldn’t boil!
- Once the Creamy Green Chile Sauce is ready, remove it from the heat and drizzle it generously over the enchiladas in the baking dish. Sprinkle a generous cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese on top of sauce.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, and for an extra touch, switch the broiler to high for 1-2 minutes. This will give your dish a delightful, bubbly cheese topping with a lovely golden brown finish!
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Creamy white chicken enchiladas
These creamy, cheesy enchiladas are not just a family favorite—they’re a crowd-pleaser! Perfect for taco night or any night when you want to impress with some homemade goodness. Whether you’re diving into Mexican cuisine or just hunting for a mouthwatering dinner idea, this recipe has got you covered!
