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White Chicken Enchiladas

Cultural Context

White chicken enchiladas are a popular dish in Mexican cuisine, particularly in the United States, where they have been adapted to suit local tastes. The dish features tortillas filled with a creamy chicken mixture and topped with a white sauce, often made from sour cream or cream cheese. This variation is loved for its rich flavor and comforting texture, making it a favorite for family dinners and gatherings.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
cooked shredded chicken
salt
pepper
1 cup shredded cheese
flour tortillas
butter
flour
chicken broth
sour cream
green chilies

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: none

Greek yogurt provides a similar texture with lower fat.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Reduced-fat cheese has fewer calories, while Monterey Jack is often less expensive.

1

In a large mixing bowl, stir together the cooked shredded chicken, salt, pepper, and 1 cup of the shredded cheese.

2

Place the chicken mixture into each of the flour tortillas and roll them up, placing them seam side down in a 9x13 baking dish.

3

Melt butter in a saucepan.

4

Whisk in flour and let the mixture cook for approximately 1 minute to thicken.

5

Slowly whisk in the chicken broth until smooth and thickened on medium heat.

6

Stir in the sour cream and green chilies.

7

Pour the sauce over the enchiladas.

8

Bake for about 20 minutes until the enchiladas are heated through.

Cooking Techniques

sautéedbaked

Equipment Needed

9x13 baking dishsaucepanmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Enchiladas BlancasChicken Enchiladas with White Sauce
Local Name: Enchiladas de pollo blanco

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