Description
White Chicken Enchiladas are a perfect weeknight dinner, featuring creamy chicken enchiladas baked in a silky cream sauce. With simple ingredients like rotisserie chicken, Monterey Jack cheese, and a flavorful white sauce, these enchiladas are quick, comforting, and absolutely delicious!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Enchiladas:
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2 1/2 cups shredded chicken (rotisserie)
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3/4 cup corn kernels (thawed)
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1/4 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp paprika
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1/2 tsp pepper
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1/2 tsp chipotle powder
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1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese (shredded) or pepper jack cheese
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12-15 corn tortillas (or taco-sized flour tortillas)
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1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese (shredded, for topping)
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1 Tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
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For the White Enchilada Sauce:
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2 Tbsp unsalted butter
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2 Tbsp all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
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1 1/2 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
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1 10 oz can Rotel tomatoes with green chilis (mild) or 2-4 oz cans of green chilis
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1/2 cup sour cream
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Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
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Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
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Make the Sauce:
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In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk to combine, removing any clumps.
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Add the chicken broth, tomatoes with green chilis, and sour cream. Stir well and bring to a simmer for about 5-8 minutes. Set aside.
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Prepare the Chicken Filling:
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In a medium-sized bowl, combine the shredded chicken, corn, seasoning, and 1/2 cup of Monterey Jack cheese.
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Warm the corn tortillas (see notes).
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Assemble the Enchiladas:
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Working quickly, spoon 3-5 tablespoons of the chicken mixture into each tortilla and gently roll it up.
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Place the rolled tortillas in a greased 9×13 baking dish.
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Bake:
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Pour the white sauce evenly over the enchiladas. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese on top.
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Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and browned.
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Serve:
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Let the enchiladas cool for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh cilantro and serving. Enjoy!
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Notes
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Warm the corn tortillas before filling to prevent them from tearing.
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You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg