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CHICKEN ENCHILADAS WITH SOUR CREAM WHITE SAUCE Recipe

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS WITH SOUR CREAM WHITE SAUCE Recipe
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These Chicken Enchiladas with Sour Cream White Sauce are a comforting and flavorful dish that the whole family will love. Tender shredded chicken, seasoned with a blend of spices, wrapped in soft flour tortillas, smothered in a creamy sour cream sauce, and baked to cheesy perfection. A perfect meal for a cozy dinner or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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For the Filling:

  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Enchiladas:

  • 8 small flour tortillas (6-inch size)

For the Sour Cream Sauce:

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Filling: Combine shredded chicken and 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese in a mixing bowl. Add garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; mix well.
  2. Assemble the Enchiladas: Spoon chicken mixture onto tortillas, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
  3. Prepare the Sour Cream Sauce: Melt butter, stir in flour, whisk in chicken broth, then add sour cream and green chilies.
  4. Assemble and Bake: Pour sauce over enchiladas, top with cheese, bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • You can customize the heat level by using mild or hot green chilies.
  • Feel free to add additional toppings like sliced jalapeños or diced tomatoes.

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Keywords: Chicken Enchiladas, Sour Cream White Sauce, Mexican Recipe, Comfort Food

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