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Creamy Chicken Enchiladas

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
Delicious and creamy chicken enchiladas packed with flavor, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 4 pieces skinless boneless chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)

Tortillas

  • 8 pieces flour tortillas

Vegetables

  • 3/4 cup onion (diced)

Dairy & Fats

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp all purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 can green chilies

Cheese

  • 2 cups shredded Mexican or Monterey Jack cheese

Garnish

  • chopped cilantro cilantro (for garnish (optional))

Instructions 

  • Melt butter in a pan, stir in flour, and cook until lightly browned.
  • Add broth, whisk until smooth, and cook until thickened.
  • Stir in chilies and sour cream, cook for 1 minute, then set aside.
  • Mix shredded chicken, diced onion, and 1.5 cups cheese.
  • Scoop sauce into a greased dish, fill tortillas with chicken mixture, roll, and place seam-side down.
  • Pour remaining sauce over rolls, top with remaining cheese, and bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes. Broil if desired, then let stand 5 minutes before garnishing with cilantro.

Notes

Use fresh shredded cheese for best flavor and meltability.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Chicken