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White Chicken Enchiladas

White Chicken Enchiladas
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This Easy White Chicken Enchiladas recipe delivers a creamy, cheesy, and comforting meal packed with tender shredded chicken wrapped in soft tortillas. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner that the whole family will adore. Featuring a rich cream cheese-based sauce combined with a melty Mexican blend cheese, mild spices, and optional fresh cilantro garnish, these enchiladas balance simple ingredients and bold flavors with ease.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or poached)
  • 8 flour tortillas (soft and pliable)
  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, etc.)
  • 4 oz canned green chilies (mild heat)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Optional Garnishes

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Sliced avocado
  • Dollop of sour cream
  • Squeeze of fresh lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Creamy Sauce: Melt the cream cheese in a medium saucepan over low heat until smooth. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, sour cream, green chilies, garlic powder, and onion powder until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
  2. Mix the Chicken Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken with half of the prepared sauce and about half of the shredded Mexican blend cheese to make a flavorful and cheesy filling.
  3. Assemble the Enchiladas: Warm the tortillas to make them pliable. Spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture into each tortilla and roll tightly. Place the rolled enchiladas seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  4. Top and Bake: Pour the remaining creamy sauce over the rolled tortillas. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Let the enchiladas rest for a few minutes after baking. Add fresh cilantro or your favorite toppings before serving to enhance flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • Use warm tortillas to prevent cracking and make rolling easier.
  • Shred chicken by hand for better texture and sauce absorption.
  • Don’t overfill tortillas to ensure neat rolling without tearing.
  • Prepare and assemble ahead of time; refrigerate and bake when ready.
  • Adjust chicken broth amount to customize sauce thickness.

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