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CHICKEN ENCHILADAS WITH SOUR CREAM WHITE SAUCE

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These chicken enchiladas with sour cream white sauce are creamy, comforting, and simple to prepare. Tender shredded chicken is rolled in flour tortillas, then smothered with a rich, tangy white sauce topped with melted cheese. It’s a family favorite that works for weeknights, gatherings, or potlucks.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or homemade)
  • 8–10 medium flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 ½ cups sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 small can diced green chilies (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook and shred chicken if not using rotisserie chicken. Place shredded chicken in a bowl.
  3. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour to form a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth. Cook for 3–4 minutes until thickened.
  5. Lower heat and stir in sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, diced green chilies, salt, and pepper. Keep warm but do not boil.
  6. Lay out tortillas, place chicken and a small amount of cheese in the center of each, then roll tightly.
  7. Arrange rolled tortillas seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  8. Pour the sour cream white sauce evenly over the enchiladas.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the top.
  10. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until cheese is melted and slightly golden.
  11. Remove from oven, rest for 5 minutes, and garnish with parsley or cilantro before serving.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and speed.

To prevent sour cream from curdling, avoid boiling the sauce once added.

Warm tortillas slightly before filling to make them easier to roll.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 30

Find it online: https://recipesmars.com/2025/08/chicken-enchiladas-with-sour-cream-white-sauce/