These White Chicken Enchiladas offer a creamy, flavorful twist on the classic. Tender shredded chicken and mild green chilies are wrapped in soft tortillas, covered in a homemade sour cream white sauce, and baked until golden and bubbly.
White Chicken Enchiladas
Ingredients:
For the Enchiladas:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cooked chicken breast, shredded | 2 cups |
| Small flour tortillas | 8–10 |
| Monterey Jack cheese, shredded, divided | 2 cups |
| Diced green chilies | 1/2 cup |
For the White Sauce:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | 3 Tbsp |
| All-purpose flour | 3 Tbsp |
| Chicken broth | 2 cups |
| Sour cream | 1 cup |
| Garlic powder | 1/2 tsp |
| Onion powder | 1/2 tsp |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
For Topping (Optional):
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Chopped fresh cilantro | As desired |
| Sliced black olives | As desired |
| Diced tomatoes | As desired |
| Sliced jalapeños | As desired |
Instructions:
Step 1: Prep the Chicken
Make sure the chicken is fully cooked, then shred it into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2: Make the White Sauce
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the flour and whisk for 1 minute to create a roux. Gradually add chicken broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, then reduce heat to low and stir in sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Keep warm.
Step 3: Assemble the Enchiladas
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, diced green chilies, and about 1/2 cup of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Spoon the mixture onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 4: Add Sauce and Cheese
Pour the white sauce evenly over the rolled enchiladas. Sprinkle the remaining Monterey Jack cheese on top.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the edges of the sauce are lightly golden.
Step 6: Serve
Let the enchiladas rest for a few minutes. Garnish with cilantro, black olives, diced tomatoes, and sliced jalapeños as desired. Serve warm and enjoy.
