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Chicken Enchiladas with Sour Cream White Sauce

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: None

Description

Delicious chicken enchiladas filled with tender, shredded chicken and smothered in a creamy sour cream white sauce.


Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
  3. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and cook until thickened.
  4. Stir in the sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken and half of the cheese.
  6. Place a portion of the chicken mixture in each tortilla, roll them up, and place them in a baking dish.
  7. Pour the white sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
  9. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

Choose freshly cooked chicken or use leftover rotisserie chicken for flavor. Add jalapeños or green chilies for spice if desired.